Banana is a superfood rich in nutritious elements, which health experts recommend eating daily. It is rich in fiber, potassium and antioxidants, which are extremely beneficial for the body. But the biggest challenge is to store bananas properly, as it gets ripened quickly. Banana is especially necessary for fasting and enjoyment during Navratri, but it can be difficult to store it due to early bad. Know here easy tips to keep bananas fresh for a long time.

Best ways to save bananas from melting early

Wash the banana thoroughly

• After bringing from the market, wash the banana with peels.

• This removes chemical and bacteria on it, which slows down its ripening process.

• Even though the peel turns black, the banana remains fresh and edible from inside.

Store bananas correctly

• Do not keep in the fridge – it is better to store bananas at normal temperature.

• If there is a highly ripe banana, you can keep it in the freezer, which slows down its ripening process.

Store bananas

• Banana can remain fresh for 6 days, if it is stored correctly.

• The more cooked banana is good for 3-4 days.

• Keeping it hanging can avoid cooking and melting in a short time.

Keep bananas at normal temperature of the room

• Keep the banana away from warmth and direct sunlight.

• Excessive heat can ripen the banana rapidly and turn black.

Put plastic wrap on the stalk

• Plastic wrapping on the banana stalk slows its ripening speed.

• This keeps the banana fresh and edible for a long time.

Keep bananas separate from other fruits

• Do not keep the bananas with other fruits, as they release ethylene gas, which helps it cook quickly.