This yellow, sweet fruit has lots of benefits and uses that may not be known to all!
Want to know the benefits of having bananas? Well, read on and be amazed :)
1) Overcome depression
Presence of high levels of tryptophan, which is converted into serotonin -- the happy-mood brain neurotransmitter.
2) Energy punch
Eating bananas make you more alert due to the high levels of potassium.
3) Sustain your blood sugar
4)Protect against muscle cramps
Potassium and magnesium in bananas help prevent cramps
5) Strong Bones
Bananas counteract calcium loss during urination and build strong bones.
6) Reduce PMS symptoms
Improve your mood and reduce PMS symptoms by eating a banana, which regulates blood sugar and produces stress-relieving relaxation.
7) Reduce swelling
Bananas have high levels of vitamin B-6.
8) Protect against type II diabetes
Bananas have high levels of vitamin B-6 and helps stabilize blood sugar and reduce nausea from morning sickness.
9) Help weight loss
Bananas have high levels of vitamin B-6.
10) Strengthen the nervous system,
Bananas have high levels of vitamin B-6.
11) Help in production of white blood cells
Bananas have high levels of vitamin B-6.
12) Relieve anemia
Due to iron in bananas.
13) Lower blood pressure and protect against heart attack and stroke
High in potassium and low in salt
14) Aid in digestion
Rich in pectin and gently chelate toxins and heavy metals from the body.
15) Bananas act as a prebiotic
Bananas stimulates the growth of friendly bacteria in the bowel. They also produce digestive enzymes to assist in absorbing nutrients.
16) High fiber
Fibre in bananas help normalize bowel motility.
17) Restore electrolytes
Bananas are soothing to the digestive tract and help restore lost electrolytes after diarrhoea.
18) Act as an antacid
Bananas are a natural antacid, providing relief from acid reflux, heartburn and GERD.
19) Relieve stomach ulcers
Bananas coat the lining of the stomach against corrosive acids.
20) Increase calcium absorption
Prevent kidney cancer, protects the eyes against macular degeneration and builds strong bones by increasing calcium absorption.
21) Hiigh in antioxidants
Bananas provide free radicals and protection from chronic disease.
22) Relieve skin itching and irritation
Rub a bug bite or hives with the inside of the banana peel.
Remove a wart by placing the inside of a piece of banana peel against the wart and taping it in place.
23) Lower body temperature
Eating a banana can lower the body temperature and cool you during a fever or on a hot day.
24) Help quit smoking
Bananas contain high levels of B-vitamins, potassium and magnesium to speed recovery from the effects of withdrawal of cigarettes.
25) Narural polish
Rub the inside of a banana peel on leather shoes or handbag and polish with a dry cloth for a quick shine.
To incorporate bananas into your diet, try out this smoothie recipe! Delicious, creamy and healthy :) Banana cakes, cookies and desserts are also a fun and yummy way of using up bananas or to eat bananas!
Avocado Banana Smoothie
Ingredients
2 bananas (fresh or frozen)
1/2 avocado, stone and skin removed
1 1/2 cups almond milk (or plain milk)
1/2 - 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
1/2 teaspoon vanilla paste
1 tablespoon raw honey
1 tablespoon chia seeds
1 tablespoon bee pollen
1 tablespoon peanut butter (optional)
Handful of ice
Method
Place all ingredients in a blender. Blend on high speed for half a minute until you reach a smooth consistency. Enjoy!
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