The Health benefits of bananas

 

Banana is not only tasty but also a healthy treat for children and adults. Its pulp contains many useful trace elements that have a beneficial effect on the body.

 The group of vitamins B (B1, B2, B6), vitamin C and PP are responsible for the nutrition of the body so that a person is healthily energetic and efficient. Beta-carotene, calcium, potassium, iron, fluorine, phosphorus affect the functioning of the whole organism. They lower the level of "bad" cholesterol, normalize the work of the gastrointestinal tract and the heart system.

 Banana contains a naturally occurring hormone called melatonin, which affects waking and sleeping cycles. Therefore, for a sound healthy rest, you can eat a banana a few hours before bedtime.

 

 Another health benefit of banana is that it removes fluid from the body and lowers blood pressure, is useful for anemia, as it contains the necessary amount of iron, potassium, and magnesium. These trace elements normalize the level of hemoglobin in the blood.

 

 Due to the high content of potassium, bananas remove fluid from the body, help control blood pressure. May be recommended for people with atherosclerosis.

 

 Bananas help with frequent heartburn, have an enveloping effect, they reduce acidity in gastritis. Protect the mucous membrane from the aggressive action of gastric acid hydrochloric acid. But in inflammatory processes of the stomach, bananas can intensify painful manifestations, since they can cause flatulence.

 

 Due to the content of soluble fiber, the fruit helps to remove toxins from the body, promotes gentle bowel cleansing. May be useful for women with PMS. By stimulating the production of pleasure hormones, the banana improves mood. Bananas are useful for children as a first food, as they are hypoallergenic and suitable for any age

 

 The Healthy Effect of Bananas on the Body

 

Bananas are a real natural antidepressant, which, due to the contained tryptophans, allows the body to produce the hormone of happiness - serotonin. Regular consumption of bananas guarantees a great mood and energy boost.

 

Improve performance

 Bananas improve memory and stimulate the brain, which is why they are recommended for all brain workers, as well as schoolchildren and students, especially during exams. Also, the fruits relieve the symptoms of anxiety, which prevent a person from focusing on the tasks at hand.

 

Relieve stress

 B vitamins and tryptophans will help relieve nervous tension, get rid of stress and depressed mood. Magnesium also has a positive effect

 

 Help with gastrointestinal problems

 Bananas have an enveloping effect, therefore they are a sure remedy for heartburn. In addition, they are useful for acidic gastritis. Fiber helps flush toxins from the body and promotes normal bowel function.

 

Eliminate insomnia

 All the same tryptophans are not only responsible for a good mood, but also are natural sleeping pills. An evening snack with a banana will help relieve insomnia and guarantee a normal sleep.

 

Improves the cardiovascular system

 Potassium and magnesium has a positive effect on the state of the cardiovascular system, helps nourish and oxygenate brain cells. High potassium levels help regulate heart rate and maintain optimal blood pressure. Iron prevents anemia by increasing the level of hemoglobin in the blood

 

Banana harmful effects

 On the cons: why are bananas harmful?

For all its advantages and balanced chemical composition, bananas are contraindicated for some people. This can be attributed to several factors.

 

High glycemic index

 Bananas are high in sugar and high on the glycemic index, so they quickly raise insulin levels. As we have already said, diabetics should be extremely careful with such a product.

 

Increase blood viscosity

 Bananas remove fluid from the body, which leads to an increase in blood viscosity and a decrease in its flow to individual parts of the body. Therefore, it is not recommended eating fruits for venous diseases, a tendency to form blood clots, as well as for ischemic heart disease.

 

Exacerbation of gastrointestinal diseases

 Despite the fact that bananas have a fruitful effect on the work of the digestive tract, with an exacerbation of diseases, it is worth giving them up for a while. Also, berries are not recommended for irritable bowel syndrome, as they can cause bloating.

 

Excess weight

 If you are overweight, bananas can be consumed in small quantities. There will be no trouble from one fruit in the morning, but you should not eat too many of them, because this is a high-calorie product.

 

Why are bananas popular with athletes?

Intense workouts require a lot of energy, which must be quickly replenished after exercise, and in this case, the banana acts as a magic wand. Snacking on them is much more convenient than laying out trays of chicken and rice. One or two bananas are enough to close the carbohydrate window.

 In addition, along with sweat, potassium is washed out of the body, which protects the heart muscle, and its lack can lead to seizures. Amino acids help you focus on a game or competition, calm your nerves, and maintain full concentration.

 

The use of bananas in medicine

Banana is rich in potassium, which is why it is recommended for athletes for its ability to relieve muscle spasms during exercise. It relieves pain and cramps and cramps that occur in the body due to a lack of potassium.

 

 So bananas contain the perfect combination of substances that are needed not only by amateur athletes, but also by professionals. Some athletes still prefer energy bars, but you can often see tennis or hockey players eating yellow fruit right on the court or bench