Bananas are not only rich in potassium with about 450mg each but they also have 33mg of magnesium which has shown to be a very important mineral in those that have Fibromyalgia. They help strengthen the stomach lining and also help with indigestion. This is important for those Fibro sufferers that have problems with the absorbtion of nutrients. Bananas produce a thicker mucus barrier in the stomach lining that protects against stomach acids. They also contain protease inhibitors that help reduce H Pylori bacteria that has been shown to cause ulcers.

Ingredients:

3 very ripe bananas (4 if smaller)
1/2 cup honey
3 tablespoons canola oil or extra light virgin olive oil
1 teaspoon pure vanilla extract
1 1/2 cups organic whole wheat flour or white whole wheat flour
1 1/2 teaspoons baking soda
1 1/2 teaspoons cinnamon
1/4 teaspoon salt
3/4 cup chopped walnuts

Instructions:

1. Heat the over to 350 degrees F. Lightly oil or spray a muffin pan
2. Mash the bananas, mix with honey, oil and vanilla extract
3. Stir together the flour, baking soda, cinnamon and salt. Add the nuts
4. Blend the two mixtures together and spoon about 1 – 1 1/2 tablespoon into each muffin section
5. Bake for approximately 25 minutes on upper rack of oven. Check after 20 minutes by inserting a toothpick in 1 muffin. When toothpick is clean, muffins are done.