Q&A for How to Make Banana Peel Tea

Honestly, that's the way I do it every time. I just give it a quick rinse first. As far as pesticides go, people eat the peels of apples, pears, etc. all the time with no major ill effects, so I don't think it's a big deal.

Because most of the 5-HT and 5 HTP is in the peel, and you shouldn't eat uncooked peel because of possible harmful micro-organisms.

No,it won't. This is because you aren't eating the banana; you are absorbing nutrients from the peel.

Freezing traps extra moisture in the peels, which helps prevent them from burning in the oven. It also allows them to dehydrate correctly.

That's fine, but they still should be pasteurized to kill any potential bacteria/microorganisms. The peels of non-organic bananas have pesticides and toxins that you wouldn't want to get in your tea.

Yes, you may make this while pregnant.

Using the lowest setting should work. Mine went down to 175 degrees and it still worked.

Every tea has to be hot to be good, because if it is cold then it is bitter and watery.

No, it will not work if the bananas are not ripe.

Yes, it can, although you should make sure it is completely covered.

Try microwaving the banana. It has the same exact effect as baking in an oven.