New Research Reveals Why You Shouldn’t Add a Banana to Your Smoothies

Smoothies are an easy way to include fruits and veggies, but their combo matters for nutrition.

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UC Davis study tested polyphenol oxidase's impact on flavanol absorption in smoothies.

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Flavanols benefit heart and cognitive health, found in common smoothie ingredients.

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Banana-based smoothies reduced flavanol absorption by 84%, surprising researchers.

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Academy of Nutrition suggests 400-600 mg of flavanols daily for health.

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To boost flavanol intake, mix berries with low PPO fruits like pineapple, yogurt.

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Study prompts further exploration of food prep's effects on flavanol absorption.

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