Banana (or Plantain) health food: The banana is of great
nutritional value. It has a rare combination of energy value,
tissue-building elements, protien, vitamins and minerals. It is
a good source of calories being richer in solids and lower in
water content than any other fresh fruit.
Banana for energy A large banana supplies more than 100
calories. It contains a large amount of easily assimable sugar,
making it a good source of quick energy and an excellent means
of recovery from fatigue. The use of bananas has been found
beneficial in the treatments of several disorders such as
intestinal disorders, constipation, arthritis, gout, anaemia,
allergies, kidney stones, tuberculosis and urinary disorders.
Banana and longevity Folk physicians of ancient Persia and India
regarded this golden fruit as natures secret of perpetual youth.
Even today, banana is known for promoting healthy digestion and
helping create a feeking of youthfulness. It helps promote the
retention of calcium, phosphorous and nitrogen which then work
to build sound and regenerated tissues, which is an aid to
youthful metabolism.
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