Real A-PEEL

The Slippery Banana Shows It's A-Peel!
A banana really is a natural remedy for many ills and deficiencies. You might want to ask, what about the apple a day theory however when you compare the slippery banana to an apple you will find that is has four times the protein, twice the carbohydrates, three times the phosphorus, five time the vitamin A and Iron, and twice the amount of many other vitamins and minerals. This perfectly packaged food is rich in potassium and for the price, it is one of the best food values around.

The incredible banana contains all three natural occurring sugars, namely sucrose, fructose and glucose which are combined with natural fiber. Bananas are the number one fruit amongst the world's leading athletes because a fresh banana will give you an instant, sustainable and substantial boost of energy in fact research has proven that just two medium sized bananas can provide enough energy for a strenuous ninety minute workout.

Take a moment and look through the ABC's of what a great banana is will to do for your over all health.

Anemia: Bananas are high in iron and can help to stimulate the production of hemoglobin in the blood.
Blood Pressure: Because this fruit is extremely high in potassium and yet low in salt, it is perfect to help bet blood pressure problems. Because of this, the United States Food and Drug Administration has finally allowed the banana industry to make official claims about the bananas ability to reduce the risk of blood pressure related diseases, including strokes.
Brain Power: Research has shown that potasssium is a key mineral in maintaining alertness and ood memory retention. Therefore the banana is a great candidate for the job; in fact 200 students in England were given bananas at least once a day to boost their brain power and they scored higher in their testing and overall performances than those who had not eaten the bananas.
Constipation: Everyone knows that good dietary fiber is needed for health, normal bowel action and because every banana comes packed with natural fiber, this slippery fruit keeps thing moving along.
Depression: Bananas contain natural tryptophan which is a type of protein that the body converts into serotonin; helping you to relax, improve your mood and and generally make you feel happier about things. In a recent survey people suffering from depression felt much better shortly after eating a banana or two.
Hangovers: The banana will help calm the stomach and when it is combined with honey in a milkshake form it will build up the depleted blood sugar levels. Adding the milk soothes and rehydrates your system. It is a very quick way of curing a hangover is the smooth and creamy banana milkshake. Bananas are a good source of B6 as well as many other B vitamins which nurishes and helps the nerves.
Heartburn: Banans have a natural antiacid effect in the body, so if you are suffering from heartburn; try eating a banana for sothing relief.
Morning Sickness: Eating light and frequently is one of the key elements in fighting morning sickness. Giving the stomach "something to do" can be a great help. Snacking on a banana between meals will help to keep the blood sugar levels up, give the body a great shot of B vitamins as well as potassium and clacium. Bananas help the nervous system to remain calm while soothing the digestive system.
Nerves: Bananas habe been found to be high in all of the B vitamins. B vitamins help to calm the nercous system and encourage proper conductivity between the cells.
Ulcers: Bananas are the only raw fruit that can be eaten without distressing the digestive system. They also neutralize over acidity and will reduce irritation by coating the lining of the stomach. Because of its soft tedture and over all smoothness, the banana is used by many dietitians as a tool for controlling intestinal disorders including diarrhea.

Research has shown that potassium is a vital mineral, this mineral helps to normalize the heartbeat and it helps to send oxygen tot he brain. Potassium also helps to regulate your body's water balance. When we are streessed out metabolic rate rises which in turn reduces our potassium levels. By eating a banana we can re balance the body's system on many levels.