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December 12, 2017 | New Articles: Nutrition / Life

15 Banana Nutrition Facts and Benefits

Bananas are one of nature’s super foods and provide a host of benefits that can promote general health. This fruit is closely associated with the mineral potassium which strengthens the cardiovascular system and can lower blood pressure. In addition, potassium is an electrolyte that manages fluids in the body and can treat dehydration. Bananas also contain magnesium which benefits various processes within the body, including gene maintenance and protein production from amino acids. In addition, this fruit can promote healthy sleep patterns because it contains the amino acid tryptophan that can increase serotonin levels. Serotonin helps manage moods and can fight depression. Bananas do not only have a generous serving of vitamins, minerals, and amino acids but can provide a low-fat and natural sugar alternative to regular sweets. The fruit’s smooth texture can satisfy a craving for high-fat foods and is often used in recipes as a replacement for oil and eggs. In addition, their flavor can tame a sweet tooth and can help regulate sugar levels among diabetics and those who are trying to lose weight. These fruits are nutritious and easy enough to digest—that is why it is good first food for babies. It is also a fruit of choice among athletes for the fiber, performance-enhancing natural sugars and the electrolytes bananas provide.

1. Promotes Heart Health

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Potassium has been shown in studies to benefit the heart, and banana is one of nature’s richest sources of this mineral. Potassium is responsible for powering the muscles that squeeze blood through the heart and can regulate heartbeat and cardiac functioning. In fact, when there is a potassium deficiency, one of the main signs is an irregular heartbeat and palpitations. Bananas can also help lower blood pressure, and it was found that those who consumed more potassium saw a lower systolic blood pressure numbers of at least 10 points. In addition, eating bananas satisfies cravings for high-fat foods, and provide a healthy alternative for heart health.

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