Banana-with-Cinnamon nibs: new healthy option for food manufacturers

Banana with cinnamon is a perfect match. And it gets even better when it is a 100%-natural product with no artificial preservatives, colorings or flavorings, such the fruit bits developed by Blue Macaw Flora.

Made with pieces of dehydrated apple and covered with crispy banana powder, the banana-with-cinnamon nibs can be marketed by food manufacturers as a snack or in the manufacture of granola, cookies, cereal bars, toppings for yogurts, cereals, among other products.

Over the last five years, the growth in the healthy food and beverage industry has averaged 12.3% a year, according to a study by the international consulting company Euromonitor. That is why food manufacturers in Brazil and in the world are increasingly looking for products that meet these consumers’ desires.

Also known as fruit nibs, Blue Macaw Flora’s banana-with-cinnamon bits are ideal for anyone who has dietary restrictions or wants to keep a healthy diet, as it has 0% cholesterol, 0% trans fat, 0% gluten, 0 % lactose, and very low sodium content.

Besides the banana-with-cinnamon flavor, Blue Macaw Flora has other options in its portfolio, such as acai, cupuacu, passion fruit, banana, banana with chia, lemon, plum, acai with 55% cocoa chocolate, among others.

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Learn about the benefits of banana

Rich in fiber, potassium, vitamins, and minerals, banana is very healthy and is strongly present in the daily lives of Brazilians and many other cultures.

The fruit is an important ally for people who practice sports because it has a high amount of carbohydrates – a good source of energy absorption to aid in training performance and to restore the energy afterward.

But it is not just sportsmen/sportswomen who enjoy the benefits of banana. Because it is rich in potassium, it controls blood sodium levels, improves blood pressure and reduces the risk of cramps.

Fibers help activate gut function and increase satiety and prevention of serious diseases like cancer in the intestinal region.

Another very interesting property of banana is tryptophan, an amino acid that improves mood, helps to relax and combats depression. In addition, it is rich in vitamin C, making it a fruit capable of strengthening the immune system.

Now, could you imagine combining these benefits with cinnamon?

Banana with cinnamon: bet on that combination!

Cinnamon is a thermogenic food, which means it boosts the metabolism. It also stimulates the body’s defenses and improves circulation and mental energy.

Banana with cinnamon helps you lose weight, reduces stress and gives you a boost to build muscle.

To learn how to get banana-with-cinnamon bits and get to know other products developed by Blue Macaw Flora, contact us by phone 55 11 2503-5356 or by email: contato@bluemacawflora.com.