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Bananas contain 3 natural sugars: Sucrose, Fructose and Glusose. All sugars are combined with fiber
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Bananas give an instant boost of energy (2 bananas provide enough energy for a 90 minute workout!
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They help overcome or prevent a substancial number of illnesses and conditions such as
-Depression. Bananas contain tryptophan- a type of protein that the body converts into crotonin, known to
make you relax and generally make you happier
-PMS. Vitamin B6 regulates blood glucose levels which can affect your mood.
-Anemia. Bananas are high in iron, and can stimulate te production of hemoglobin in the blood.
-Blood Pressure. High in potassium, yet low in salt. Bananas can also reduce the risk of blood pressure
and stroke
-Brain Power. The potassium-packed fruit can assist learning by making the pupils more alert
-Constipation. It is high in fiber and can help restore normal bowel action
-Hangovers. Turn the banana into a milkshake with honey. The banana calms the stomach, and the honey
builds up depleted blood sugar levels, while milk soothes and rehydrates your system
-Heartburn. This is because it has a natural antacid effect on the body
-Morning Sickness. Snacking on bananas between meals help the blood sugar levels
-Mosquito Bites. Rub the affected area with the inside of the banana peel and wrap the peel around the
affected area as a bandaid to cool the skin
-Nerves. It is high in vitamin B which helps with the nervous system
-Obesity. To avoid panic-induced food cravings, we need to countrol our blood sugar levels by snacking on
high carbohydrate foods every 2 hours to keep levels steady
-Ulcers. Because of its soft texture and smoothness, it also neutralizes over-acidity and reduces irritation by
coating the lining of the stomach
-Temperature Control. In Thailand, pregnant women eat bananas to ensure their baby is born with a cool
temperature.
-Smoking and Tobacco Use. Bananas can help people trying to quit. Bananas contain vitamins B6 and B12 as
well as potassium and magnesium to help the body recover from effects of nicotene withdrawal
-Stress. Potassium helps normalize the heartbeat, sends oxygen to the brain and regulates the body's water
balance
