Some people think that bananas are tasty, but almost useless. One cannot agree with this. After all, a banana, the beneficial properties of which are widely known, is an easily digestible product, which is also rich in minerals.
It contains magnesium and potassium, which are so necessary for people with heart disease. In addition, potassium helps to reduce muscle fatigue and pain, remove fluid from the body (which is important for edema). The amount of vitamins in this fruit is simply impressive. These are vitamins A, E, PP, group B (1,2,3,6,9), ascorbic acid.
Vitamin E has a beneficial effect on sexual function and fertility, as well as the performance of the liver, and prevents the formation of free radicals, which can lead to cancer and premature aging. With its help, proteins and fats are better absorbed. In addition, bananas are rich in phosphorus, calcium and sodium.
What is useful in bananas, in addition to the trace elements and minerals they contain? The usefulness of bananas is also that they contain fiber, which helps cleanse the body of toxins. They are easily digestible and very high in calories (about 97 kcal per 100 grams). To increase body weight, they are recommended to use with milk. Despite the fact that they have a lot of calories, bananas are recommended for weight loss. Due to the fact that they easily eliminate the feeling of hunger, you will not have a desire to eat something else. The main thing is not to overdo it with the quantity, it is better to eat one banana. The beneficial properties of this plant also lie in the fact that it contains the iron necessary for the treatment of anemia. Bananas are excellent antidepressants (since they contain vitamin B6), help normalize the activity of the nervous system. Serotonin contained in this fruit helps to relax the body, improve mood. Banana, whose beneficial properties have a beneficial effect on the skin, is used in cosmetology. With it, you can rejuvenate the skin, making it more elastic.
Fiber and pectin contained in the pulp improve digestion. They are recommended for people with liver diseases and gastrointestinal diseases. Inclusion of bananas in the diet reduces the risk of bowel cancer. An excellent source of energy can be even one banana.
The beneficial properties of the fruit can be used in the preparation of various masks:
- for the face, as its pulp softens the skin, and fruit acids improve color and remove dead cells;
- for hair, because the oils and vitamins contained in the banana moisturize and soften the hair, make them softer and more elastic, create a healthy shine, and solve the problem with split ends.
Wherever a banana is used! The useful properties of it are invaluable in relieving a hangover syndrome. For these purposes, it is recommended to prepare a banana-milk shake. You need to cut and knead the fruit, put a spoonful of honey, pour milk and beat with a blender. Milk will prevent dehydration, honey will restore normal sugar levels, and banana will improve digestion.
We have proved the usefulness of bananas, but what about the harm that it can bring to the human body ?! It is undesirable to consume this fruit unripe, as it contains a lot of starch, which contributes to gas formation. Bananas are contraindicated in people with diabetes. Doctors do not advise giving them to young children, since the plant grows in another region, and the child's body can only absorb local food. As a result of eating overseas fruit, an infant may experience an allergic reaction. It is not recommended to eat bananas also for people who have increased blood clotting, since these fruits remove moisture from the body, and this can cause a complication in blood circulation.
When buying bananas, it is best to choose those that are dark yellow in color: they are ripe and have a delicate taste. If there are spots on the peel - this indicates the ripeness of the fetus, but at the same time that the fruit will soon deteriorate. Therefore, it is better to immediately eat a banana.
Useful properties - this, of course, is important, but this is not the main advantage. The main thing is that this fruit is also very tasty, fragrant and hearty.