'Nanners.

Once upon a time, I was allergic to bananas. And then one day, I wasn't anymore. True story.

Since we're on the topic of allergies, you should know that I also used to be allergic to mangoes. And then one day, I wasn't anymore. Coincidentally, I found out on the same day that I was no longer allergic to bananas and mangoes.

Best day ever.

Actually, this best day ever could have potentially been the worst day ever, because I had eaten an entire bowl of mango slices. But that's not important.

Side note: I am still allergic to peanut butter.

Now that you are caught up on my life story, I will now catch you up on some of my eatin'.

Late night snack:

Chopped banana topped with SunButter and lots of cinnamon! And some blueberries.

Quick energy snack! Probably not the best before sleeping, but this would be nice before a workout.

Pasta (whole wheat, of course):

Let us discuss homemade pasta sauce. It is so easy, and it has a lot less sugar/unnecessary ingredients than jar pasta sauce. 

Ingredients:

• olive oil
• 1 can diced tomatoes (no salt added is best!)
• 2-3 cloves garlic
• veggies of choice (spinach, mushrooms, olives)
• oregano, salt, pepper

Saute garlic, spinach, and mushrooms in olive oil.

Add the diced tomatoes. Stir.

Add the olives and seasonings.

So easy, and so much healthier!

And I assure you, it is just as tasty.

This evening, I ate some of this:

I then proceeded to lose the feeling in my mouth completely/sweat profusely/drain all possible sinuses/look for something cold, creamy, and sweet to eat.

1 frozen banana + 1/2 cup milk + 1/2 scoop chocolate protein powder

Bananas to the rescue! If only this picture could capture how tasty this ice cream/milkshake combo was. (Seriously, blended frozen bananas really taste like ice cream).

FYI, bananas contain: 

• Tryptophan (converts to serotonin, thus makes you feel happier)
• High potassium + low salt (helps to lower blood pressure; potassium also helps increase oxygen to the brain and deal with stressful situations!)
• High fiber 
• Vitamin B6 (helps to regulate blood glucose levels)
• Prebiotics (improves absorption of nutrients)

So what are you waiting for?! :)