Bananas & health: 14 things you absolutely need to know

  1. A natural aid for digestion

Thanks to their pectin (soluble fiber) and prebiotic content, bananas promote regular transit and nourish good intestinal bacteria.

  1. A fast but balanced energy source

Natural sugars (glucose, fructose, sucrose), combined with fibers, provide suitable fuel before physical activity or to avoid the afternoon slump.

  1. They can positively influence mood

Rich in tryptophan, an amino acid precursor to serotonin (the feel-good hormone), bananas can help reduce stress and low mood.

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