Let’s go bananas!

Wonderfully sweet with firm and creamy flesh, bananas come pre-packaged in their own yellow jackets and are available for harvest throughout the year. Bananas are amongst the most widely consumed fruits mainly because:

• Bananas are rich in potassium.

• They are excellent source of magnesium and Vitamin C.
• High in antioxidants
• Bananas are known to reduce swelling, protect against developing type-2 diabetes, aid in weight loss
• They also strengthen the nervous system and help with production of white blood cells, all due to the high level of vitamin B6 in them

Bananas are also linked to multiple health benefits such as:

1. Cardiovascular Health and Bananas:

Bananas are a good source of potassium, an essential mineral for maintaining normal blood pressure and heart function. A second type of cardiovascular benefit from bananas involves their sterol content. Bananas are very low-fat food which helps in keeping our cholesterol levels in check. A third type of cardiovascular benefit from bananas involves their fibre content which is related to decreased risks of heart diseases.

2. Digestive benefits:

Bananas aid in digestion. Vitamin B6 in bananas can also help protect against Type 2 Diabetes and aid in weight loss. It facilitates regular bowel movements and fewer gastronomical problems.

3. Preserving mood and boosting mood:

Bananas help overcome depression due to high levels of tryptophan, which is converted into serotonin-the happy-mood brain neurotransmitter. Eat two bananas before a strenuous workout to pack an energy punch and sustain your blood sugar. Improves  mood and reduces PMS symptoms and produces stress-relieving relaxation.

4. Bones and Vision:

Bananas may not be overflowing with Calcium but they help in building bone strength and are also good for the eyes.

Incorporate bananas in your diet:

Bananas are easy to add to your diet because not only they are incredibly healthy but also one of the most convenient snack foods around. Bananas make a great addition to breakfast yogurt, cereal or smoothie and can also be used instead of sugar in baking and cooking. Furthermore, bananas rarely contain any pesticides or pollutants, due to their thick protective peel.

Bananas are incredibly easy to eat, transport, well-tolerated, easily digested and simply have to be peeled and eaten.

It doesn’t get much easier than that.