The Health Benefits of Bananas
Thanks to their low
sodium and high potassium content, bananas are particularly good for people
with high blood pressure. Bananas also contain tryptophan, which the body
converts into serotonin, a brain chemical that helps you relax, improves your
mood, and makes you fall asleep more easily. That’s why some doctors suggest
eating a banana an hour before sleep.
At roughly 105 calories,
a medium banana is the perfect size for a mid-morning or mid-afternoon snack.
Bananas also provide an abundance of natural sugars, making them a great source
of easily digested and readily available fuel.
Helpful hints
- Bananas are always in season; they’re harvested every
day of the year.
- Buy them slightly green. They will ripen just fine on your
counter. Never refrigerate green bananas; the cold ends the ripening
process.
- If the banana has a gray tint, it could mean it was
frozen while in transit. Definitely pass.
- Skip the dried banana chips; they’ve actually been
fried. Just three ounces contains over 400 calories.
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