The $.19 Super Fruit
Jan 18th, 2012
For the longest time, I gave the banana the cold shoulder. I walked by them without at a glance at the grocery store and I turned up my nose at all things remotely banana flavored. But after having the kidlets, I was re-introduced to what just may be the ultimate fruit. Here’s why:
Cheer Up: Bananas contain tryptophan that the body converts into serotonin. Bananas can make you relax, feel happier and improve your mood. Bananas are also high in calming B vitamins.
Morning Sickness: Snack on bananas between meals and keep your blood sugar even, preventing morning sickness.
Better Blood Pressure: High in potassium and yet low in salt, this is the perfect blood pressure food.
Get Over a Hangover: Make a banana milkshake with honey and milk. The banana calms the stomach and builds up blood sugar levels with the help of the honey…the milk soothes and rehydrates.
Soothe Stress: Our potassium levels plummet when we are stressed. Potassium is a vital mineral, which helps normalize the heartbeat, sends oxygen to the brain and regulates your body’s water balance. Bananas are high in potassium!
Ulcers: Soft and soothing, bananas are the only raw fruit that reduces the acids of ulcers and coats the stomach lining.
Natural Laxative: High in fiber, bananas can get things moving without the use of chemicals.
If you haven’t already, integrate bananas back into your diet. I’ll have some tasty, kid-friendly banana inspired recipes posted soon!
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