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Banana is one of the people's favorite fruits. Europeans call it "happy fruit" because it can relieve depression, and banana is also a good fruit for girls to lose weight. Bananas are also known as "fruits of wisdom." Legend has it that Buddha Shakyamuni ate bananas and gained wisdom. Bananas are high in nutrition and low in calories. They contain phosphorus called "salt of wisdom". They are also rich in protein, sugar, potassium, vitamins A and C. At the same time, they have a lot of dietary fiber, which is a very good nutritional food.

Nutrition value of bananas

1. Bananas have a high water content of about 70% and are rich in carbohydrates, protein, dietary fiber, phosphorus, potassium, vitamin A and vitamin C.
2. Bananas contain three natural sugars: sucrose, fructose, and glucose; plus cellulose.

Eating effects of bananas

1. Energy supplement
   Athletes like to eat bananas before going to the court, which helps the performance on the spot. From a nutritional perspective, banana sugar can be quickly converted into glucose, which is immediately absorbed by the body and is a fast energy source.
2. Protection of gastric mucosa
   Bananas can relieve the stimulation of stomach acid and protect the gastric mucosa.
3. Lower blood pressure
   Potassium has an inhibitory effect on the body's sodium. Eating more bananas can lower blood pressure and prevent high blood pressure and cardiovascular diseases. Studies have shown that eating two bananas a day can effectively reduce blood pressure by 10%.
4. Run the intestines
   Banana is rich in soluble fiber, that is, pectin, which can help digestion and adjust gastrointestinal function.
5. Helps sleep
   Bananas are also effective for people with insomnia or emotional stress. Because the protein contained in bananas contains amino acids, it has a soothing effect on the nerves. Therefore, eating bananas before bed can have some calming effect.

Eating taboos of bananas

1. People with loose stools and diarrhea should not eat too much or raw food. People with acute and chronic nephritis and renal insufficiency should not eat.
2. People with chills and weak stomachs should not eat more, because bananas digest slowly in the gastrointestinal tract, which is not good for the gallbladder
3. Eating bananas in excess can cause disorders in trace elements.
4. Not suitable for fasting