Bananas are a favorite when it comes to fruits. They are delicious, healthy and inexpensive. Bananas are rich in vitamin B6, pectin and potassium.

Regular consumption of bananas is associated with a higher ability to fight off free radicals, prevent type 2 diabetes, reduce swelling and keep your nervous system healthy. Bananas have also shown to prevent osteoporosis, kidney cancer and diabetes.

Have you ever considered that banana peels can be as beneficial as the fruit itself? Banana peels are loaded with fiber, potassium, magnesium, proteins and vitamin B.

Next time you snack a banana, preserve the peel, because here are some super handy ways to use it:

1. Teeth whitener

This is probably the easiest and most efficient natural way to a Hollywood smile. Rub the inside of a banana peel on your teeth for 2 minutes. Rinse well. Repeat this whitening treatment twice a day, and you should soon notice some improvement.

2. Remove warts

Banana peels can be used in two ways when it comes to removing warts. You can either rub the inner side of a banana directly on your warts or you can place a piece of the peel on the wart and secure it with a bandage.

3. Natural polish

Ladies will love this one. Banana peels can save you a lot of money, because you can use them to polish almost anything, ranging from leather furniture and silver to your shoes. Rub the soft site of a banana peel on the object you want polished and finish polishing with a cloth.

4. Anti-acne treatment

Banana peels are rich in antioxidants which is great news for those who struggle with acne, because you can used them to eliminate bacteria from your face and soothe your condition. Again, rub the inside of a peel on your face for a minute. Repeat the treatment three times a day until your skin condition improves.

5. Skin irritations and insect bites

Banana peels are packed with nutrients which have shown to be effective in relieving pain, itching and stinging sensation. Rub the inside of a banana peel onto the irritated skin area. This treatment will also moisturize your skin.

6. Hemorrhoids

Rub the inner side of a banana peel on the affected area for 5 minutes. For optimal results, repeat the treatment 4-5 times a day. If you find it comfortable, you can place a piece of peel on the affected area and secure it with a bandage. Banana peels have strong anti-inflammatory properties which is great when it comes to relieving pain and reducing swelling.

7.Anti-wrinkle treatment

Banana peel is an amazing skin moisturizer. It nourishes skin, making it soft, tight and it can even reduce fine wrinkles. All you have to do is rub the inside of a peel on your face and enjoy a smoother skin complexion.

Source: www.womendailymagazine.com