Bananas, really a superfood?
Are bananas really a superfood, or overrated?
You love Bananas ? Then you're not the only one, because 81 percent of Germans have bananas in their Bananas in their shopping cart at least once a year. Or maybe you are one of the unlucky ones, who have already slipped on a Bananas slipped on a bowl? Few of us know what is actually in the healthy fruits. I have researched for you and summarized the most important facts.
Scientifically, the banana is one of the oldest cultivated plants in the world and originates from the East Asian region (Malaysia and Thailand). Finally, Arab traders brought them to Africa and Europe. The bananas also got the name from the Arabs, who called them "banan" (translated as "finger"). In fact, there are over 1000 varieties of bananas, most of which are unknown in Europe.
How healthy are bananas?
Superfruits contain an ideal mix of minerals, vitamins and carbohydrates:
Vitamin B1, B2, B6
Pantothenic acid, biotin, carotene and niacin.
All eight vital amino acids (these are the protein building blocks that the body cannot produce itself)
Folic acid (for pregnant women or women who want to have children)
Many people still believe in the prejudice that bananas "stuff". However, this has now been clearly disproved by scientists. A large number of studies have shown that the fruits even act as a natural digestive regulator. why? Bananas contain a whole range of digestive fiber, but also relatively high levels of pectin. This is a dietary fiber that ensures that the intestinal contents increase. Therefore, bananas can also positively counteract diarrheal diseases. They are, so to speak, a "2 in 1" for digestive problems.
Calories and ingredients
Less than 100 kcal per 100 grams and in addition a real nutritional bomb of vitamins, minerals and carbohydrates. The are the reasons why the favorite crooked fruit has long since become a Superfood have established. At the same time they also taste damn delicious.
Bananas contain a whopping 30 grams of magnesium per 100 grams, making them one of the top performers. The mineral is important for the activity of nerves and muscles and is found in about 300 metabolic enzymes. An adequate supply of magnesium is particularly important for physically active people. Just one banana a day already covers 12 percent of the daily requirement. Furthermore, 100 grams of bananas contain a whole 358 milligrams of potassium. The mineral is important for the functioning of all cells, especially the nerves and muscles.
The yellow fruit in comparison with other Fruits very rich in carbohydrates. They contain nearly 23 grams of carbohydrates per 100 grams, of which about 13 grams are fructose and 2.6 grams are on dietary fiber. This composition makes the banana a unique source of quick energy and is also easily digestible.
Nutrition table per 100g
Energy 96kcal
Fat 0,2g
thereof saturated 0,7g
thereof sugar 17,2g
Dietary fiber 2,0g
Protein 1,0g
Iron 0,4mg
The yellow superfood contains three natural sugars: Sucrose, glucose and fructose. Together with the included fiber, they become a real powerhouse. The energy contained is available immediately and permanently. Studies have shown that two bananas provide enough energy for a 1.5 hour workout. No wonder, that the banana is the favorite fruit among many professional athletes.
With banana lose weight?
Bananas are great for easily getting rid of a few extra pounds. But this is not because the fruit is a miracle cure, but because of its unique nutritional composition. The fact that bananas contain little fat and therefore few calories, but are still healthy and provide quick energy, make them the ideal occupation for a healthy diet. Bananas are easy to digest and contain readily available glucose, which quickly replenishes your energy stores without taxing the body.
Would you have known that the global production of bananas is about 105 million tons? Of this, approximately one million tons of the fruit are imported into Germany. Per capita consumption is 12.4 kilograms annually, making the banana the most important imported fruit. When I buy bananas, I look for the Fairtrade seal because it stands for the following points that are important to me:
Stable minimum prices for farmers
Improved working conditions
Environmentally friendly production methods (look for the organic seal)
Transparent system and regular controls
Several studies have shown that biological ripened fruits are healthier and provide higher quality ingredients. It so it's worth taking a closer look.
They contain:
valuable magnesium
healthy natural sugars
valuable calcium
little fat and calories, but a lot of quickly available energy
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