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New Research Reveals Why You Shouldn’t Add a Banana to Your Smoothies (scitechdaily.com)

submitted 1 year ago by d3Xt3r to c/food

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Researchers have found that the enzyme polyphenol oxidase (PPO) in certain fruits like bananas can reduce the absorption of heart-healthy flavanols, especially when combined with flavanol-rich ingredients like berries. The study suggests choosing ingredients with low PPO activity, such as pineapple or oranges, when making smoothies to optimize flavanol absorption.

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[–] shanghaibebop 1 points 1 year ago

Frozen fruits that are high in pectin. Chia seeds.