As bananas ripen, the yellow peel begins to turn brown and spotty. Eventually, it turns completely dark brown or even black, and we throw it away because we assume it’s rotten.
But according to reports, the more dark patches a banana has, the riper it is, and the more cancer-fighting anti-oxidants it contains. Incredible! In addition, here are some of the other amazing things bananas can do for your body:
Blood Pressure
The potassium and low amounts of sodium in bananas help to lower your blood pressure and protect you against strokes and heart attacks.
Energy
Bananas are calorie dense and are a great snack before your workout. The vitamins, minerals, and glycemic carbohydrates will give your body the energy that it needs, and the potassium will also help prevent muscle cramps.
Heartburn
Need an antacid? Why not use an all-natural delicious solution? That’s right, bananas can provide the soothing relief that you need when you experience heartburn.
Depression
Bananas can help you fight depression because of its tryptophan, which helps boost your serotonin levels.
Constipation
Bananas have plenty of fibre to help you with your bowel movements!
Nerves/PMS
Feeling irritable or stressed out? Bananas are rich in B vitamins, which can help you calm your nerves.
Source:
Haruyo iwasawa* and Masatoshi yamazaKi (Japanese research)