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7 incredible benefits of Banana

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A magical instant energy elevator, Banana is not just a fruit, it is “the” fruit. It is commonly available across the globe, which is something magnificent but sadly underrated. In the subcontinent, particularly India, Banana is given its well-deserved importance as it is one of the main ingredients in various regional cuisines for making desi classics like Kheer, Malpua, Payasam, Sheera and Halwa to name a few.
The raw fruit itself is equally popular if not more or less. Cut into smaller cubes or chunks or simply sliced, Bananas get used up in making wafers, kebabs and pakoras, some of the absolute delights of the desi food world.
Bananas are a common feature in breakfast menus, and for good reason. Not only does it provide you with instant energy to kick-start your hectic days, it is also believed to be very good for the stomach.
A single piece of banana is contains only 90 calories, which makes it a great and healthy) snack to bite on rather than sugar filled deserts or deep-fried treats.

7 Incredible Benefits of Banana

A slight look into the nutritional breakdown of bananas reveals that per 100 grams, it contains 0.3 gm total fat, zero cholesterol, 1 mg salt, about 360 mg potassium, 2.6 gm dietary fiber, 12 gm sugar and 1.1 gm protein. But if you still need proof and reasons as to why you must include more and more bananas in your diet, here are 5 important points:

1. High Fiber Content

Bananas are super-loaded with fiber, both soluble fibers and insoluble fibres. Soluble fibres give this heavy sensation and can slow down digestion. They can also keep us feeling full for a long time. This is one of the reasons why bananas should be included in breakfasts so that we don’t feel hungry way too early before our next meal time.

2. Heart Health

Bananas are rich in fiber content. Food that have high fiber are said to be good for the heart. A study conducted by University of Leeds in UK suggested that increasing the intake of fiber-filled foods like bananas can reduce the risk of Cardiovascular disease and coronary disease (CHD).

3. Digestion

Bananas help with ease of digestion. Bananas have a sweet and sour taste. The sweet taste is set to give rise to a sense of heaviness, but the sour taste is believed to help stimulate agni (the digestive juices), hence enhancing digestion and helping speed metabolism.

4. Factory of Nutrients

Banana is a factory when it comes to providing nutrition. It is super-loaded with some of the most important vitamins and minerals such as potassium, calcium, maganese, iron, magnesium, iron, folate, niacin, riboflavin and VItamin B6. All of these components help for proper functioning of the body in their own ways.

5. Potassium

Banans also contain high amounts of Potassium, which makes it a must-have fruit. Potassium is known for a number of health benefits, including regulating heartbeat, maintaining blood pressure and keeping the brain alert.

6. Blood Pressure

Most of us are well aware of the fact that salt is an absolute villain when it comes to elevated Blood Pressure. Bananas have low salt content and high potassium content. These characteristics make it an ideal foot item for those experiencing High Blood pressure.

7. Fights Anemia

Due to the high Iron content in them, Bananas are super helpful for Anemia patients. Anemia patients suffer from shortage of red blood cells due to low hemoglobin levels. Bananas stimulate the hemoglobin production in the blood.

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