Becoming Aware Of Banana Nutrition

By Jessie Atkinson


Yes, we have no bananas So it's time to go out and buy some today! Learn from the monkeys, and start eating bananas on a regular basis. These amazing fruits are packed full of vitamins and other helpful substances which are going to leave you feeling healthier.

One banana has about 105 calories, give or take a couple, and around three of those calories are from fat. They also have 1 gram of protein, three grams of fiber and about fourteen grams of sugar. And how about this, no cholesterol or sodium.

Because of the fat and sugar content, you can't go overboard and eat bananas all day. However, a banana a day never hurt anyone. In fact, you burn fat just processing this funny looking fruit!

Banana nutrition also contain the best Vitamins, like C and B6, A, as well as riboflavin and folate are. Potassium, magnesium and manganese are also in every bite and all of this goes a long way in regulating blood pressure, and protecting against muscle cramping.

Banana nutrition help to prevent heart diseases and also strengthen your bones. Bananas are an anti-obesity food, since they reduce swelling thanks to B6 and create a whole army of white blood cells for your superior immunity.

Bananas have fiber, and this helps aid your digestion. Unlike processed snacks, which will only leave you hungry for more garbage, bananas make you feel full and very energetic.

Actually, health specialists say that banana nutrition is better than an energy drink when it comes to "pure" energy. True, energy drinks loaded with sugar or that crazy ginseng stuff give you the jitters. However, banana nutrition gives you the vitamins you need to go the long haul. And they don't pump you full of caffeine!

If you find it difficult to eat bananas or if your having a hard time digesting them, then not to worry. There are other ways of eating bananas.

Instead, why not use their flavor by making a delicious smoothie? Bananas add sweetness to a smoothie drink because of their moderate sugar content. Frozen bananas or bananas and ice may even give your health drink an ice cream like texture.

Bananas can also be served as sides, or added to fruit bowls, fruit salad and cereal. So start making friends with bananas in any way possible. They are one of the healthiest fruits in the entire produce aisle!




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