Article: EAT WELL... STAY WELL.(Features)

Byline: By KAREN JOHNSON Medical Nutritionist

GOING BANANAS

Ripe bananas are quick to absorb carbohydrate which is known to stimulate the chemical serotonin in the brain. This substance increase good mood and is helpful to relieve depression and help you sleep

Q My friends tease me about eating too many bananas, how many should I have a day?

A Bananas are an excellent fruit - very filling, convenient and an ideal quick snack or pudding.

They are loaded with vitamins and minerals such as potassium, vitamin B6, folate, niacin, vitamin C and soluble fibre. Bananas have many health benefits, such as helping to bulk faeces which ...

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