What if I ate a banana daily?
Amman Today
publish date 2022-02-28 09:54:41
Although we constantly hear the saying “an apple a day keeps the doctor away”, new studies confirm that eating bananas daily can be of the same quality, because it contains vitamins and elements essential for health.
According to Healthline, the recommendation to eat one or two bananas a day and not more should be adhered to in order not to lead to weight gain or lack of nutrients, as excessive eating of any type of food may lead to health problems.
Studies have concluded that eating a banana daily increases the health of the body, due to the many properties that bananas contain, including:
Supports gut health: According to a 2017 study review in the Nutrition Bulletin, bananas contain resistant starch, which increases the production of short-chain fatty acids, which are essential for gut health, so bananas contribute to stabilizing the gut and providing nutrients to the microbiome.
Weight loss: Eating a banana daily can help achieve weight loss goals, because bananas contain fiber and protein, which gives a sense of satiety for a longer period, despite containing just over 100 calories per piece.
Improve and increase the freshness of the skin: Bananas change the rules of the game when it comes to skin health, because of the vitamins and minerals present in bananas, especially manganese, which boosts collagen levels, thus increasing the freshness of the skin and reducing the signs of aging.
Work to improve body energy: Bananas can be useful in increasing energy levels and preventing fatigue throughout the day, and the results of the PLOS One 2012 study conducted on male athletes found that those who supplied a sports drink to increase energy every fifteen minutes, unlike athletes who consumed bananas and water They generally performed worse in long-distance cycling, where there was a direct link between eating bananas and increased energy levels in performance.
Get potassium and support heart health: Bananas are famous for containing potassium, which in turn supports heart health. According to studies, most people do not consume enough potassium in their daily diet, and this deficiency often has a direct impact on blood pressure control and other components of health. Heart Healthline explains that a potassium-rich diet — that is, eating a banana every day — can reduce your risk of heart disease by 27%.
Enhance vision during the night and day: According to the National Institute of Health, bananas contain vitamin A, which works to protect the eyes and maintain normal vision, and improve vision at night, to add bananas to carrots, which provides this vitamin.
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