bananarama....

One of my favorite snacks. I like to drizzle honey on mine.  I affectionately refer to them as bananarama as they're bananas with a whole of of yummy going on!

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strawberries, bananas, kiwi...oh my!

Yummy yums! Banana, Strawberry and Kiwi!

Why are they SO good for you you ask?

Bananas have...

467mg of potassium per one banana which is heart healthy.

They contain fructooligosaccharide....say what!? Basically, it's  a prebiotic substance (one which encourages probiotics, the friendly bacteria in the digestive system) so it helps you get more calcium.

They contain tryptophan, serotonin and norepinephrine which helps get rid of depression and makes you feel relaxed...yep, I said it. They help relax you. 

A medium sized banana has 109 calories estimated. 

They prevent macular degeneration..that means better eye sight.

They alleviate ulcers and heartburn. (On a side note, if you ever get heartburn, try fresh raw garlic in a salad or freshly made garlic toast...trust me...it works and gets rid of heartburn better than any pill can.)

Strawberries have...

Lots and lots of vitamin C.

Are low in calories like 52 calories for a half a cup.

 ...high amounts of phenolic flavonoid phyto-chemicals called anthocyanins and ellagic acid which may have benefits against cancer, aging, inflammation and neurological diseases.

....vitamin A, vitamin E and health promoting flavonoid poly phenolic antioxidants such as lutein, zea-xanthin, and beta-carotene in small amounts that protect against free radicals.

....potassium, manganese, fluorine, copper, iron and iodine.

Kiwi's have...

....an excellent source of antioxidant vitamin-C; providing about 154% of the DRI (daily-recommended intake)...Consumption of foods rich in vitamin-C helps the body develop resistance against infectious agents and scavenge harmful free radicals.

Research studies have shown that certain substances in kiwi-fruit functions as blood thinner function similar to aspirin; thus, it helps prevent clot formation inside the blood vessels and protect from stroke and heart-attack risk.  Kiwi-fruit seeds are an excellent source of omega-3 fatty acids which is oh, so good for your pretty little heart. 

One Kiwi is only 25 calories!

Fresh kiwi fruit is a very rich source of heart-healthy electrolyte "potassium." 100 g contains 312 mg or 7% of daily-recommended levels of this electrolyte.

Oy, this is all good news! Besides, they taste absolutely delicious! Go get some fruit for yourselves peeps. The Daily Nibble approves. *wink wink*

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so stacked and sweet....

Waffles...I like a stack of them with butter, fruit and delicious syrup drizzled all over every inch of them...oh, don't forget the whipped creme. This is one truly decadent treat.

What's up with that word anyway? Waffles! Where the heck did that come from? The word "Waffle" appeared in the English Language in 1725 & is derived from the Dutch word "wafel" derived from Middle Dutch "Wafele".

The word may have appeared in 1725 but you can actually trace them alllllllllll the way back to Ancient Greece...hmmm, do you think you can trace everything back to Ancient Greece? You just might! lol... The Athenians (Ancient Greece peeps!)  cooked obelios....let's say it again with emphasis...obelios! which were flat cakes between two metal plates — over burning embers.

 

 

Did you know waffle irons were engraved with coats of arms, symbols to brand the waffles & baked treats? In medieval France, an entire guild was established in 1270 to train the vendors who sold waffles on the street. 

So Waffles were so easy to make and consisted of simply flour & water that they actually became a staple of country cooking! Of course, the  wealthier peasants added honey, eggs and aromatized wine to power up on their waffles & make them even tastier. Ooh, la, la! Fancy smancy waffles!

The delicacy, according to Geoffrey Chaucer, made for an excellent means of seduction. 

"He sent her sweetened wine and well-spiced ale/ And waffles piping hot out of the fire," 

the English poet wrote of courtship in the 14th century in The Canterbury Tales. Oh, how romantic.... *wink wink* I do love bread....and waffles are just as good as any sourdough, whole grain or good ole' French bread to this girl! Make a picnic with ALL types of breads and toppings & you've got me hook, line and sinker!  giggle...

Here's a recipe to get you started on whipping up some waffles!!  Happy Nibbling! *wink*

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