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May 4, 2022 · 11:12 pm

Don’t go bananas – but maybe eat one – AHA

On the screen, bananas are a menace. Just ask Charlie Chaplin, Bugs Bunny or anyone who’s played Mario Kart.

In your diet, though, bananas can be a boon. Experts have a bunch of reasons to like them and see only a few ways the elongated yellow fruit could cause your health to slip.

“They’re rich in nutrients and fiber,” said Colleen Spees, associate professor of medical dietetics at Ohio State University Medical Center in Columbus. “They’re delicious. They’re inexpensive. They’re all the right things.”

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December 14, 2021 · 6:20 am

How healthy (or ripe) is the banana?

Ripe or unripe or somewhere in the middle? However you decide to eat your banana, experts say there are nutritional differences for all three. according to Global News’s Arti Patel.

After a photo of the different stages of a banana went viral on Instagram, social media was left divided as to which stage of a banana tastes the best. But it turns out each stage of banana also has different nutritional benefits.

Abbey Sharp, Toronto registered dietitian at Abbey’s Kitchen, tells Global News, the biggest difference between ripe and unripe bananas is their starch content.

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October 29, 2016 · 5:11 am

20 Health benefits of the banana – Infographic

The banana is one of the most amazing fruits there is. I was driving in my car one day listening to public radio. There was a fellow being interviewed who had just written a book on the history of the banana. I laughed. What kind of history could it have? Well, it turned out to be so fascinating that I ended up buying the book.

Tony

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September 27, 2016 · 5:20 am

9 Ways Eating Bananas Can Benefit Your Health

I have a banana in my smoothie every morning. It’s one of the excellent foods.

For more on bananas check out these posts:

20 Health benefits of bananas – Infographic

7 Amazing facts about bananas – Infographic

More good reasons to eat bananas – Infographic

Tony

Our Better Health

If you’re like many people, no trip to the grocery store is complete until you add a bunch of bananas to your cart.

Bananas are inexpensive, tasty, and versatile, but the best reason to eat them is their health benefits. Read on to learn how this curvy, yellow wonder can help you stay well.

1. Tames Your Tummy
If you’ve ever had the stomach flu or food poisoning, you’ve probably been told to eat the BRAT diet during recovery. BRAT stands for bananas, rice, applesauce, and toast. Bananas are included in the acronym for good reason. They are bland enough to pass through the digestive tract easily, their potassium helps replenish lost electrolytes, and their fiber adds bulk to your stool to help calm diarrhea.

Some pregnant women report that bananas help ease morning sickness. It makes sense since bananas are high in vitamin B-6. One medium banana provides about…

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September 7, 2015 · 12:13 am

Critical Nutrients for your Body – Infographic

I think it is crucial to remember that healthy living involves both eating well and exercising. Sometimes folks can get caught up in exercise and think “I can burn anything off.” Thoughts like this can lead to some very unpleasant circumstances and medical surprises. No matter how good your fitness regime is, you still need to eat intelligently, too.

This infographic from Miramont has some really good information on basic nutritious foods.

Eat less; move more; live longer.

Tony

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July 12, 2015 · 4:47 am

11 Super Foods to Add to Your Diet

What I like about this list of super foods is that they look and sound like anything but super. Sometimes in our quest for good nutrition we overlook really good quality for exotic berries and concoctions. Clearly we can do very well by looking right in our own back yard.

My only quibble with this list is that in includes olive oil, but leaves off coconut oil. Please check out my Page – Coconut Oil – Why You Should Include it in Your Diet for more on this superb food.

Tony

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June 20, 2015 · 5:42 am

Reputation Re-haul: 5 Fattening Foods That Are Actually Good For You

Some really good ideas here. This is a good reminder how we always need to think for ourselves (not just about nutrition) and make our own decisions.

To read further on avocados, check out my posts:

Are Avocados Good for You?
Chicken Avocado Sandwich by Mr. Lazy Cook
What are the Best Foods for my Brain?

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March 13, 2015 · 6:58 am

High Fiber Foods – Infographic

I love this utterly simple infographic. Nice reminder of how good for us some of these good-tasting foods are.

Tony

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February 15, 2015 · 12:09 am

7 Amazing Facts About Bananas – Infographic

This isn’t the first time I have posted an infographic about bananas. I love them. I have one every morning in my smoothie. Below are some of the reasons why.

Here are some more banana posts:
More Good Reasons to eat Bananas – Infographic
6 Super Facts About Bananas – Infographic

Tony