Sweet but starchy, soft but toothsome—and so easy to peel they just beg to be devoured—bananas are one of our favorite foods, found everywhere from gas station counters to Michelin star restaurants. Yet for as versatile and ubiquitous as this fruit is today, its history is a turbulent one, entangled in colonial domination, capitalist exploitation, sexual politics, and even horrific violence. Delving into the banana’s past, this book traces the complex circumstances of global modernity that perfectly aligned to grant us, often at tremendous costs, a treat we all now take for granted. Beginning with the banana’s origins in New Guinea, Lorna Piatti-Farnell follows its pathways to South East Asia, Africa, the Caribbean, and the Americas, binding together a millennium of history into one digestible bunch. Focusing especially on the banana’s recent past, she shows how it rose from a regional staple to a global commodity, on par with coffee and sugar. She examines the ways it has been advertised, sold, and incorporated into popular culture, moving from nineteenth-century medical manuals to cookbooks, songs, slapstick comedy, and problematic figures like Miss Chiquita. Wide-ranging but pocket-sized, Banana is a culinary and cultural account of a peculiar little fruit that is at once the icon of exoticism and one of the most familiar foods we eat.

"This beautifully illustrated book reviews scientific and technological information about the world's major food plants and their culinary uses. An introductory chapter discusses nutritional and other fundamental scientific aspects of plant foods. The 100 main chapters deal with a particular species or group of species. All categories of food plants are covered, including cereals, oilseeds, fruits, nuts, vegetables, legumes, herbs, spices, beverage plants and sources of industrial food extracts. Information is provided on scientific and common names, appearance, history, economic and social importance, food uses (including practical information on storage and preparation), as well as notable curiosities. There are more than 3000 literature citations in the book and the text is complemented by over 250 exquisitely drawn illustrations. Given the current, alarming rise in food costs and increasing risk of hunger in many regions, specialists in diverse fields will find this reference work to be especially useful. As well, those familiar with Dr. Small's books or those with an interest in gardening, cooking and human health in relation to diet will want to own a copy of this book."--Publisher's web site.

There’s more to the banana than meets the eye We all know and love bananas as a quick and tasty snack that can help fuel us through the day. But you might not realise that these beauties are an endlessly versatile ingredient. From breakfast delights through to show-stopping desserts, this book contains dozens of simple and delicious recipes, including: Fluffy banana and walnut pancakes Matcha and banana cupcakes with caramelised peanuts Avocado and banana smoothie Classic banana bread Miracle banana ice cream Whether you’re vegan or gluten-free, in need of a quick bite or hankering for some good old comfort food, there’s plenty in these pages that will leave you nourished, satisfied and truly thankful for this humble yellow fruit.

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Eating a High-fiber Diet is the Solution to Avoiding Possible Outbreaks of Diverticulosis, Diverticulitis, Hemorrhoids, and Constipation for a Healthful Lifestyle. Today's society's diet is very poor and deficient in fiber. This is causing damage to the health and well-being of people, posing massive health problems. Fiber is now more than ever being recognized as an essential nutrient. To really benefit from fiber, it is necessary to get it from nutrient-packed foods such as fruits and vegetables. How can you achieve this and continue to make your meals simple and enjoyable? Find out more in this book. Go ahead and explore this cookbook's fiber-rich recipes—and maybe even a new menu. Healthy food and comfort are waiting for those who do it. When you consume a high-fiber diet like the one in this book, there are many benefits you can enjoy like having a healthy gut and improving heart health. In this book, we provide: 1. A list of healthy, high-fiber foods—showing how much fiber each has to assist people increase their regular consumption of fiber. 2. A collection of delightful high-fiber recipes from breakfast, main course to even snacks. 3. Benefits of adding fiber to your diet. 4. How to introduce fiber into your diet for optimal health. 5. Fiber count of each recipe to help you watch your fiber intake. The recipes contained in this book help: 1. Lowers risk of stroke and heart attack 2. Boosts immune function 3. Fights fatigue 4. Lowers cholesterol levels 5. Increases longevity 6. Helps prevent colon and rectal cancer What are you waiting for? Click BUY to enjoy the benefits these recipes have to offer your body