Why Banana Should be in Your Diet.
Bananas are one of nature’s
great foods and are packed with lots of health benefits, some are;
1. Regulates Blood Pressure:
Bananas are rich in potassium, which usually counterbalances the effect of
sodium (salt) in raising your blood pressure. Potassium is an essential mineral
for maintaining proper heart functions and regulating blood pressure.
2. Builds immune Response:
Bananas are particularly high in vitamin B6 (pyridoxine). Pyridoxine is
involved in producing antibodies for a stronger immune response in your body.
It is also important for creating hemoglobin for healthy blood. Just one banana
contains one fifth of your recommended daily intake of vitamin B6, and it
tastes much better than vitamin pills too.
3. Increase Energy: Sports
drinks, energy bars and electrolyte gels are extremely popular nowadays.
However, recent studies show that eating bananas at 15minutes intervals during
exercises may be more effective, as bananas can help boost and sustain
athletes’ performance during and after workouts and competitions. Not only will
your body thank you for the vitamin and mineral boost when you eat bananas, the
energy release will be much more consistent.
4. Improves Digestion: Bananas
are a great source of dietary fiber. Most people don’t get nearly enough fiber
in their diets, which is necessary for food to travel smoothly through the
digestive system and also for improving bowel movements. A couple of bananas
would be a better option for treating occasional constipation, rather than
taking a laxative. Bananas are also rich in fructo-oligosaccharides (FOS),
which feed the important ‘friendly’ bacteria in your digestive tract that help
absorb nutrients more efficiently.
5. Provides Cure for Skin
Conditions: Even the banana’s skin has its uses. It is great for treating skin
conditions like psoriasis and acne. That fatty acid content of the banana skin
helps relieve a variety of skin conditions, as well as having a strong
moisturizing effect. Rub the freshly peeled inside of the banana skin gently
over the affected area and leave the residue to be absorbed.
So there you have it, great
reasons to pick up a bunch of bananas the next time you’re out getting
groceries. You can eat your banana alone or mixed with other foods or blended
up in a smoothie.
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