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Nutritional value of banana


Many of us think banana as a non-diet friendly fruit. But bananas are low in the glycaemic index, excellent for digestion, initiate fat burning and have insoluble resistance starch. We can take bananas in our breakfast or as a pre- gym fruit. Bananas are a storehouse of goodness.

One medium banana has 1.29 grams of protein, 3.1 grams of dietary fibre, and 105 calories.Banana also contains
Potassium - 422 mg
Phosphorus - 26 mg
Magnesium - 32 mg
Calcium - 6 mg
Sodium - 1 mg
Iron - 0.31 mg
Selenium 1.2 mcg
Manganese - 0.319 mg
Copper - 0.092 mg
Zinc - 0.18 mg
Also contains small amounts of other minerals.


Bananas are rich in carbohydrates, vitamins and minerals, fibre and are a good source of energy. It has high potassium levels which help to lower blood pressure. Studies have proved that bananas help to reduce depression due to its content Tryptophan. Its fibre content helps to reduce constipation. Iron helps those with anaemia.

Anyone who works out in the gym can take banana before working out because the natural sugar in the banana gives instant energy. For a complete breakfast try taking a banana with cornflakes or oats, almonds, milk and egg. So it is a great way to kick-start your day and keep you going.