Did you know this before when you eat banana? If not you
will never look at bananas the same way again.
Banana is a tropical super-food, rich in numerous nutrients,
including sucrose, fructose, glucose and fiber. Therefore, banana acts as
powerful natural energy booster. According to a study, two bananas can supply
you with enough energy for a 90-minute strenuous exercise. This is why banana
is the favorite fruit with a number of leading athletes.
Furthermore, bananas
have many other health benefits which help you in the fight against various
diseases.
Depression
Many people who suffer from depression experienced
significant improvement after eating banana, according to a study conducted by
MIND. Bananas are rich in tryptophan which is converted into serotonin, a
neurotransmitter that helps you relax, boost your mood and can help you
overcome depression.
PMS
Bananas are rich source of vitamin B6 which has the ability
to regulate blood sugar levels and improve your mood.
Anemia
Regular consumption of bananas can help you fight anemia due
to its high iron levels. Iron stimulates the production of red blood cells and
therefore it increases hemoglobin levels in the blood.
Blood Pressure
Banana is high in potassium and low in sodium which is the
perfect combination for healthy blood pressure. Therefore, US Food and Drug
Administration has confirmed the fruit`s ability to lower blood pressure and
protect from stroke.
Brain Power
A study conducted on 200 students at a Twickenham school (
England )have found that eating bananas can boost brain power. The participants
consumed bananas at breakfast, break, and lunch and the results showed that
this fruit improved their learning abilities and helped through their exams due
to high potassium levels found in bananas.
Constipation
Bananas are loaded with fiber, which can stimulate regular
bowel movements and relieve constipation.
Hangovers
Prepare a banana milkshake with honey to quickly get rid of
your hangover. This fruit will soothe your stomach and honey will increase the
lowered blood sugar levels, and milk will rehydrate and refresh your body.
Heartburn
Bananas have natural antacid properties which can help you
with heartburn. Just one banana can instantly soothe your heartburn symptoms.
Morning Sickness
Having a banana snack will maintain your blood sugars normal
and will protect you from morning sickness.
Mosquito Bites
Take the inside of a banana skin and rub it into the
affected area. It will reduce swelling and irritation in just a few minutes.
Nerves
Banana is a rich source of B vitamins which have the ability
to calm and relax the nervous system.
The Institute of Psychology in Austria conducted several
studies examining 5,000 hospital patients. The study results have shown that
obesity generally occurred in people with high-pressure jobs. The scientists
recommend consuming one banana every two hours in order to control blood sugar
levels and avoid food cravings while at work.
Ulcers
The smoothness and soft texture of bananas is the major
reason why it is used as a natural remedy for intestinal issues. It has the
ability to coat the lining of the stomach and therefore reduce irritation and
over-acidity.
Temperature Control
In Thailand and many other cultures around the world,
bananas are used to lower the temperature in future mothers due to their
natural cooling effect.
When compared to an apple, banana contains:
- Four times
the protein
- Twice the
carbohydrate
- Three times
the phosphorus
- Five times
the vitamin A and iron
- Twice the
other vitamins and minerals
Source : healthyfoodteam
