The beneficial properties of the banana

The banana is made ​​up of 75 % water , 23 % carbohydrates , 2.6% fiber and 0.3 % lipids : these nutritional values ​​may show some variation according to different categories, the different stages of maturation , as well as the techniques and places of cultivation. The banana also contains pro-vitamin A, the B vitamins (B1 , B2 and PP) , vitamin C and vitamin E. Among some trace of the trace elements , potassium is definitely the most important mineral , followed by calcium, phosphorus , copper and iron , which is why the banana remineralizing properties are attributed . The iron content in the banana is useful in cases of anemia ( anti-anemic properties : it promotes the regeneration of red blood cells) . Potassium seems to play a key role in ensuring the smooth functioning of the cardiovascular system : for those who suffer from mild hypertension and uncomplicated it is recommended the consumption of bananas for just this reason . The banana contains high amounts of simple sugars ( sucrose , glucose and fructose) and in this regard , the consumption has to be reduced

Banana

The beneficial properties of fruits
Apples, pears, blueberries, kiwi and citrus fruits. The fruit of the winter season and is also good for health as demonstrated by numerous scientific studies. A study published in the journal "Annals of Oncology", for example, found that those who consume apples every day reduces the risk of several cancers (oral, esophageal, colorectal, breast, ovarian and prostate). According to another study of 'Laval University in Quebec City, take daily cranberry juice would favor the formation of HDL, the "good cholesterol."