Health benefits of Bananas

 Health benefits of Bananas

Hi , in today's blog we are going to talk about the health benefits of fruit, especially bananas.

Have you Ever wondered what good things is in a banana? 

Let me tell you, there are many good things a banana can offer.  

One thing is being rich in vitamin B6, 

bananas are a good source of vitamin C, 

dietary fibre and manganese. 

Like cucumber , Bananas are also fat-free, 

cholesterol-free and virtually sodium-free. 

So what do these mean for your health?

Many health centres have explained why bananas are good for you and more over when you should eat them.

Health benefits of bananas

  The first and foremost thing is Bananas are really best  sources of vitamin B6

And the best thing is Vitamin B6 from bananas is easily absorbed by your body 

 Talking about the percentage of  medium-sized bananas can provide about a quarter of your daily vitamin B6 needs.

What are Vitamin B6 benefits to your body:

produce red blood cells,

metabolise carbohydrates and fats, 

turning them into energy,

metabolise amino acids,

remove unwanted toxic chemicals from both of  your liver and kidneys, 

maintain a healthy nervous system.

Note:  Vitamin B6 is also good for pregnant women as it helps meet their baby’s development needs.

Bananas are Best source of vitamin C too.

Really …..You may believe only oranges and lemons has vit c source but believe me even bananas  has  vitamin C but a medium banana will provide about 10% of your daily vitamin C needs.

What are the benefits of Vitamin C :

All must be known vit c boost immunity system of our body protect your body against cell and tissue damage,

so your body absorb iron better,

Anti aging : Also your body produces collagen , which is the protein which holds your skin, bones and body together.

Helps insomnia  as it support brain health by producing serotonin. 

Serotonin is a hormone that affects our 

• sleep cycle, 

• moods, and 

• experiences of stress and pain.

How Manganese in bananas is good for your skin

One banana can provide approximately 13% of your daily manganese needs. 

Manganese can be a beauty element as it helps your body make collagen and protects your skin and other cells against free radical damage.

It's a turn of Potassium in bananas is good for your heart health and blood pressure

A  banana will provide around 320-400 mg of potassium, which fullfill your  10% of your daily potassium requirement.

Apart from magnesium and potassium content  bananas are low in sodium.

How bananas helps in gastrointestinal issues

Bananas can aid digestion and help beat stomach related issues

A small banana  can provide about 10-12% of your daily fibre needs. 

Health centre recommends a daily dietary fibre intake of 

• 20g for women and 

• 26g for men.

Soluble and insoluble fibres

Both soluble and insoluble fibres also plays an important role in your health. Soluble fibre helps your body control your blood sugar level and get rid of fatty substances such as  those stubborn cholesterol. 

Insoluble fibre adds weight and softness to stools, can be said as makes your food digestible and also makes easier  to have regular bowel movements. 

This helps in keeping your gut healthy and safe from harmful bacteria so easily said can aid gastro intestinal issues