2009 October

Did you eat a banana today?

Fruits and vegetables are an important part of a healthy diet and the medical benefits of some fruit are great, especially bananas!

Nutritional content of bananas

Bananas contain an important nutritional element for the body, the banana is very rich in minerals like potassium, magnesium, phosphorus, iron, and calcium. Bananas also contain vitamins, namely C, B complex, B6, and active as neurotransmitter serotonin in the smooth functioning of the brain.

Energy content of the banana is instant energy, which is easily available within a short time, so useful in providing instantaneous calorie needs.

Banana energy value of about 136 calories for every 100 grams, which altogether derived from carbohydrates. Banana energy value twice higher than the apple. Apples with the same weight (100 grams) contains only 54 calories.

Banana carbohydrates provide the energy a little bit slower than sugar and syrup, but much faster than rice, biscuits, and a type of bread. Therefore, many athletes now taking a rest break or a banana as a backup energy.