Bananas are the foods that make eating delicious and healthy. The vitamins and useful compounds they contain always protect our bodies.
We have compiled a list of 10 useful properties of this tropical fruit, and almost all depend on the maturity of the banana. This does not mean that you should not eat some and choose others, but simply that the right degree of maturity can have a better effect on your health.
1. Ease PMS symptoms
Bananas contain lots of potassium, magnesium, and Vitamin B6. These vitamins and minerals can help ease bloating and cramping, according to Heal With Food. (Plus, they taste great with chocolate. PMS win-win!)
2. Ease muscle cramps
If you experience muscle cramps in your legs after a hard workout routine, try noshing on a banana before you work out. The banana can help prevent an electrolyte imbalance (a common cause of cramps). A tough workout or a long day in the sun can throw your electrolytes out of whack. If you’re prone to leg cramps at night, try eating a banana before bed, according to Live Strong.
3. Bananas may help ease depression
One reason people depression is because of an imbalance of serotonin levels in their brain.While medications can help restore the balance, another alternative is to eat more foods that contain serotonin, like bananas.The National Library of Medicine suggests that the serotonin may not cross into the blood stream, but with a bevy of other health benefits, it never hurts to try.
4. Bananas may help reduce swelling
Bananas may help prevent swelling with a dose of flavonoids (one banana has the same amount as an apple). Bananas also contain respectable levels of magnesium which can help reduce swelling too.
