DID YOU KNOW?

1. Bannana and plantain are of the same family.

2. Plantain are rich in vitamin A, C, B6, magnesium, iron and a good source of carbohydrate.

3. Wine and juice can be made from plantain.

4. Plantain aids in the softening of the digestive bowel, thereby preventing constipation.

5. Plantain can be cooked with most foods either in fried, boiled, pounded or baked form .

6. Plantain is a non seasonal food, as it can be grown and eaten all year long, thereby making it a good source of income.

7. Plantain flour can be used to bake bread, cake, make fufu and Amala dudu.

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