THIS HAPPENS IF YOU EAT 1 BANANA A DAY - Who Can Eat Bananas - Health Benefits and Contra-indication

 

Hello everyone and welcome back and in this segment we will look at bananas! Who doesn’t love bananas? I bet no one. Do we know the health benefits of bananas? That is what we will at in this segment. Let us get into it...

Bananas are one of the most popular fruits on the planet. Although they might be very popular to eat few people know that the banana plant is actually classified as a herb.

What’s even strange is how the banana itself is radioactive in a strange way.

Let us look at five of the most impressive health benefits of consuming bananas and when you should stay away from them to stay healthy naturally and effectively.

A banana is a fruit one of the most popular in existence but on top of that extremely healthy and delicious. Bananas contain several essential nutrients and provide many benefits for digestion, for example heart health and even weight loss but there are also times when banana consumption is not such a good idea and that's what we need to learn about.

Bananas are high in potassium. Everybody knows that bananas are rich in potassium content. People suffering from kidney diseases should try to avoid bananas due to it’s high content of potassium. Kidneys are the ones in charge of filtering out every single mineral we are consuming. This means that if your kidneys aren't working properly potassium will have a hard time leaving your system. On the other hand, bananas are also well known for an anti-muscle cramp action. Eating bananas will help against for example muscle cramps contractions sometimes due to excessive exercise practice. One banana contains 9% of the daily recommended value of potassium and 33% of what you need of vitamin B6. Apart from all of this, banana also contains vitamin C, Magnesium, Copper, Manganese, fiber, protein and much more.  

Bananas contain several types of potent antioxidants - for example dopamine and catechins. These antioxidants specifically are linked to many health benefits such as for example reduced risks of heart disease, degenerative illnesses and all sorts of problems in the human body. Dopamine found in bananas is not the same one that we need to function in our brains. In this case the dopamine, found in bananas does not cross the blood-brain barrier which is different. It simply acts as a strong antioxidant instead of altering hormones and mood.

Bananas help you stay full. One of the healthiest ingredients we all need to stay healthy is fiber. Remember that fiber is basically known as roughage. It’s the part of the plant-based food or vegetable nuts and fruits or whatever that the body is unable to break down and this is actually a good thing because it gives your food some bulk making it easier to digest.  Resistant starch is a type of indigestible fiber found in bananas. The greener the banana the higher it’s resistant starch content. On the other hand yellow ripe bananas contain lower amounts of resistant starch and total fiber but proportionally higher amounts of soluble fiber which is also excellent for digestion. Both of these soluble and insoluble fibers are very crucial for digestion. You need vegetables, you need fruits and you need bananas. None of the reasons why it's a good idea to take bananas as a source of dieting is because it, removes anxiety for food. The amount of fiber and the amount of bulk found in bananas will help you feel fuller for a longer period of time.

Bananas improve heart health. Bananas contain a mineral that is precious for circulation called potassium. Potassium is a mineral that's essential for heart health especially blood pressure control. Bananas are a great source of dietary potassium if you need it. One medium-sized banana contains a nine percent of the daily recommended value of what you need of this mineral and it's already been proven that potassium-rich diets can lower blood pressure, can improve blood health and circulatory health.  People who eat plenty of potassium have a 27 percent lower risk for heart disease and a 30 percent lower risk for any type of condition that has to do with circulation.  Now on top of potassium, bananas contain Magnesium which is also very important and of excellent value for your heart.

Good for exercise. The easiest part of consuming bananas is that they're very simple to eat and carry around. this is one of the reasons why athletes prefer them as an option to a healthy diet this fruit is also referred to as the perfect food for athletes largely due to their

mineral content and easily digested carbs. Eating bananas help people reduce their exercise related muscle cramps, also their soreness which may have an effect in all for almost 95 percent of the general population.

Every single organ, tissue and cell can have a benefit from eating bananas. The only time you should stay away from it is when you have kidney diabetes diseases due to the high sugar content it may have.

 

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How to eat an Avocado: Nutrition Benefits, Tips & Preparation

 

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Today we will look at avocados and their benefits. Are there myths you know about avocados? Mmhh...Some people wouldn’t eat an avocado in fear of it raises cholesterol levels. In our article today, we will look at what exactly are the benefits of avocados. Kama kawaida let us get into it, shall we?

Avocado is highly nutritious and something that you want to include as part of your daily diet for optimal health. Now some people fear that it is high in fat and calories. An avocado, is highly beneficial in all the right nutrients that support our health in so many different ways. What is the nutritional composition and why is this powerful food to include as part of your regular diet? For starters, a medium size avocado is about 300.Calories as part of a whole food salad that is an excellent amount but in general, consuming a half or one avocado a day is considered fine and healthy.

Aside from the calorie content, you can expect to find about 12 or 13 grams of fat in about half an avocado or about 25 grams in a full one. Fats in avocados are extremely beneficial to our health. There are so many different fatty acid benefits like oleic acid that makes up pretty much half of the avocado's fat. What makes these fats so powerful is that they help to make your brain function properly and they help to build your cells. A lot of us don’t understand that our cells need a fat composition in order to be built and work properly. Avocados are also beneficial for your heart health. Remember that fat, as long as it's the healthy fat, can actually decrease your risk of heart disease and improve your cardiovascular health. Avocado is also highly anti-inflammatory in nature, which is one of the major risk factors, as is inflammation for heart disease.

The healthy fats also are vital in proper absorption, of not just fat soluble vitamins, but a lot of the antioxidants, specifically carotenoids contained in avocado.

Avocados are extremely rich in a variety of different antioxidants, specifically from the carotenoid group. Now carotenoids you may be familiar with from foods like carrots. The green fleshy part is extremely rich in a number of different carotenoids, one of them being lutein and as we know today lutein is extremely beneficial for proper eye health.

Aside from brain health, heart health, eye health and being extremely anti-inflammatory, which just helps all parts of our health, the benefits of eating an avocado also include anti-cancerous because of the antioxidants that it contains. The avocado also helps us regulate our blood sugar to support our health on so many different levels and enhances our overall good health. Avocados are also rich in various vitamins and minerals specifically vitamin K, vitamin C, some of the B vitamins, like vitamin B5 and B6, as well as potassium.

Avocados can be put into salads because they really invigorate salads to become whole meal ideas.

Another way is to use it on different meal ideas or as a side to different meals.

Avocados go great with almost any food, as their taste is quite mild. Slightly on the sweet side but generally mild, so they go really well with everything.

Guacamole is another famous food that you may want to try using fresh avocados. It is absolutely amazing when you make your own homemade.

Bottom line, the avocado is extremely versatile and again, for its nutrition and delicious taste and health benefits, something you want to include as part of your everyday diet.

Here are tips on how to store your avocado.

First and foremost you don't want to cut it up as much as possible. if you know you're only going to eat half, store the other half, with it’s shell and, if possible pit. The pit will actually help it stay longer and fresh, and put it in a sealed container.

You can also sprinkle some lemon juice to prevent that oxidation or browning process.

 If you do make a meal with some avocados and you're storing that for later, please note that they might turn bit grey or brown which is not a big deal. Storing cut avocados for long decrease the nutritional composition. Cooking avocados will only destroy nutrients like the vitamins, the minerals, the phytochemicals, the carotenoids, and the antioxidants. They are best eaten raw, and as part of any meal.

12 Healthiest Foods You Should Eat In The Morning

Breakfast is the most important meal of the day. What you eat in the morning sets the tone for the rest of your day.Starting off the day with a nutrient rich breakfast allows you to power through and  make better decisions. Skipping it and depriving your body of essential  nutrients will leave you feeling lethargic, mess up blood sugar levels and even create brain fog.  

A nutrient dense breakfast increases concentration, lowers the chances of  developing diabetes, manages cholesterol and keeps you chipper. But which foods will do the trick? Is avocado on the list? What about yogurt?  What makes wild salmon a great breakfast  choice? Today we will be talking about all the breakfast foods that guarantee a productive day!

Eggs -  Starting off with one of the most popular and nutritional foods, eggs have been a  popular breakfast choice since anyone can  remember. Is it worth the hype? Definitely!

Both the yolk and white parts are amazing sources of protein and heart friendly unsaturated fats.  What’s a better way of starting the day than getting the right dose of your essential  minerals and vitamins? Extremely versatile, eggs  can be cooked in a variety of different ways.  No matter how you make it, they are immensely filling and will keep you full till lunch time.  

This cuts out the unhealthy snacking in between  meals that causes weight gain. Nutritious, filling, tasty and easily available, they  can also be paired up with sweet potatoes or  ground turkey for a wholesome breakfast.

What is your go to method for cooking eggs in the  morning? Tell us in the comments section below!

Unsweetened Plain Greek Yogurt Yogurt - This is a great starter for the day.When you think about it, the overwhelming amount  of good bacteria is something that first comes to mind. But there are more benefits than that.  Adding yogurt to your breakfast is a good idea, especially for anyone looking  to lose a couple of pounds.

The nutritional content will keep you energized  throughout the day while maintaining digestive  health. Rich in calcium and packed with  probiotics, you can even add your favorite  fruit for a hint of nutritious sweetness. If  a morning workout is your routine then it can  become your best friend!

 Diluting some yogurt in  water and mixing it all up with a pinch of rock salt to make buttermilk is a great post workout  drink that will soothe and heal your muscles.

 Oatmeal  - Watching your weight? Looking for gluten free breakfast options? Oatmeal is the safest and  most nutritious way to go. It has got to be one  of the top foods for breakfast. A comforting  bowl of oatmeal is a powerhouse of nutrients.

This rather simple meal, that can be whipped up in just a couple of minutes, contains insoluble  fiber that lowers cholesterol and stabilizes  blood sugar which makes you feel fuller.  

Antioxidants are another important element along with certain natural heart-protecting anti inflammatory properties. The combination of cooked  oats, with organic nut butter and fresh fruits,  minus the artificial sweeteners, will keep  you away from that vending machine for sure.

 Nut Butter  - What can’t butter do?  Nut butter is delicious, creamy and  nutritious made from nuts like almonds,  peanuts or walnuts. Filled with the goodness of heart healthy saturated fats and protein, tree nuts in general have been linked with weight  loss and reducing the risk of chronic diseases.

Nut butter is a great way to include protein to your diet, especially if you’re vegetarian  or vegan.

Did you know that people who eat nut- based butter are less likely to be overweight as  compared to people who don’t? That’s true! Adding a spoonful of your favorite nut butter in your  morning green smoothie, salad bowl or sandwich  will be a great way to kick start your day.

 Chia Seeds  - The chia seed health craze is one bandwagon you need to jump on! This super food shot to  fame as one of the healthiest seeds in the  world. What makes it ideal for breakfast?

The antioxidants, fiber, calcium and a host of other vital nutrients protects your body from  the attack of toxins. Sprinkling some on a bowl  of yogurt with fruit or salad will give your meal the right amount of nutritional benefits along  with a delicious crunch.

Naturally packed with  omega 3 fatty acids, these healthy seeds  induce the feeling of fullness - something  to help you along your weight loss journey. Add them to your morning by adding them to oatmeal, smoothies, cereals or puddings.

 Avocado  - Speaking of superfoods for breakfast, avocado toast topped with freshly diced tomatoes, onions and salt and pepper is  enough to power you through the day.  

Do you know that the compounds found in avocados protect the body the same way as olive oil does? Considered to be one of the finest foods for weight loss, starting a new day with  this amazing fruit paired with an egg is  an award-winning breakfast for champions.  

Needless to say, it will increase satiety and decrease your want for snacking in between meals.  

The unique unsaturated fats found naturally cannot be produced in the body. These good fats can lower cholesterol and reduce the risk of heart disease and even cancer related to unhealthy lifestyles.

 Banana -  Bananas are the unopposed superstar of potassium. However, their goodness is not limited to just that. Packed with filling fiber and other valuable nutrients,  tossing some diced bananas in your fruit bowl, smoothie will lift up your mood, giving  you an energized start to the day.

What makes bananas awesome is the resistant starch that supports digestive health and doesn’t leave you feeling bloated or lethargic. Including them for breakfast also means lowering blood Pressure levels that keep the heart in good shape.

 A fun way to incorporate them would be to add it to your oatmeal with nut butter, topped with some chia, pumpkin or flax seeds.

 Spinach - Greens are always a great choice for breakfast. This leafy green, the crux for any healthy green juice, consists of a good amount of foliate and muscle building fiber. Spinach can decrease the chances of developing osteoporosis or heart disease. Simply adding a handful of this super food, which is healthier than kale, will make the difference on how you approach your day. Along with protecting muscle from degeneration, eating this healthy green every morning  will also increase blood flow in the body.  To make your breakfast more nutritious, you can add 1 cup of spinach into your omelets, egg sandwiches and juices!

 Berries - Strawberry, blueberry, raspberry and others are  not only rich in heart friendly antioxidants,  but adding them to your breakfast  also gives you a boost of energy.

These colorful nutritious fruits contain large amounts of powerful vitamins which amp up your  breakfast. If losing weight is your goal, then an assortment of berries is what  you need to start your day with. Did you know that berries stop fats from forming in the body?  

Along with weight loss, adding 1 cup of different berries in your oatmeal, cereal or shakes will protect the cells and give your blood circulation a major boost!

 Sweet potato - Ever thought about starting your day by eating these flavor and nutrition packed vibrant tubers?  If not then, maybe you should start. Packed with compounds that burn fat, sweet potatoes are the perfect way of starting the day. Being low on the glycemic index they manage to offer a certain level of fullness - at least till lunch. You can also pair sweet potato hash with eggs and vegetables for a complete breakfast.  

 Black tea - Black tea is a crucial part of a complete diet.  Try making the switch to black tea, it will wake you right up! Getting your caffeine fix from black tea will not just fight lethargy but will also increase mental alertness. Robust and strong in flavor, it may take some time for you to get used to it but once you do,  it’s a great beverage that will  keep you focussed through the day. Just boil some water and add tea leaves.  Let it sit there for a couple of minutes  before running it through a strainer  to give you a rejuvenating cup of tea.

Wild salmon -  Salmon for breakfast? As odd as it sounds, this fatty fish when paired with some scrambled eggs and whole wheat toast creates a delicious, filling and a rather unique meal. Salmon is already considered as a super food for the brain because of the high omega 3 fatty acids.Being a nutrition powerhouse and packing clean protein,  starting your day with wild salmon will  help you meet every day nutritional needs even if you eat not-so-healthy  foods for the rest of the day.

It goes without saying that breakfast should be healthy and not skipped.  Having the right choice of food for the first meal of the day will help you fill up on healthy nutrients and give your  immune system a boost.

What do you eat for breakfast? Share your ideas and suggestions in the comments section and stay right here for the next video and lets continue eating healthy.

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