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Saturday 19 May 2012

Nutritional Significance of Banana

Banana contain three natural sugars- sucrose, fructose and glucose combined with fibre. A banana provides an instant, sustained and substantial boost of energy. But energy isn't the only way a banana can help us keep fit.
    It also help to overcome substantial number of illnesses, making it a must to add to our daily diet.
1.Depression: As it contain a protein named tryptophan which converts to serotonin in our body and thus changes the mood and make one's feel relaxed.
2. Anemia: High in iron, banana stimulate the production of hemoglobin in the blood and so help in cases of anemia.
3. Blood Pressure: This unique tropical fruit is rich in potassium yet low in salt, making it perfect to beat blood pressure. Thus it reduces the risk of blood pressure and stroke.
4. Constipation: High in fibre. It can restore the normal bowel movement, helps to overcome the problem without resorting to laxatives.
5. Heartburn: Bananas have a natural antacid effect in the body, reduces the burning sensation and  provides a soothing effect.
6. Morning sickness: Snacking on bananas between the meals helps to keep blood sugar levels up and avoid morning sickness.
7. Nerves: Bananas are rich in B complex vitamins that calm the nervous system.
8. Ulcers: It is used as a dietary supplement against intestinal disorders because of its soft texture and smoothness.It neutralizes the over activity and reduces the irritation by coating the lining of the stomach.
9. Temperature control:  It also helps in lowering the temperature of the body
10. Stress: Potassium is a vital mineral which helps to normalize the heartbeat, sends oxygen to the brain and regulates the body's water balance. When we are stressed out, the metabolic rate increases leading to decrease in the potassium levels. which can be re balanced with the help of a high potassium banana snack.


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