Thanks to its mineral content and high energy content, bananas are a popular food among athletes, particularly useful in the muscle recovery process. Bananas are truly a daily health ally.
Macronutrients.
- Bananas have a high carbohydrate content, which varies depending on the stage of ripening and the type of banana (sweet or plantain). Their high starch content has beneficial effects on digestion and the intestines. During ripening, the starch is converted into simple sugars (fructose, glucose, and sucrose), which give the banana its sweet taste.
- Bananas are also a good source of dietary fiber, which promotes and regulates intestinal transit.
- It is a fat-free fruit (less than 0.5 g per 100 g of banana).
- Its energy intake promotes satiety.
Micronutrients.
It contains a large number of vitamins and minerals such as vitamins B, C and E as well as magnesium and copper. But it is richest in potassium and manganese, 100g of banana providing more than 15% of the NRV.
Their benefits are numerous:
- normal muscle function
- protection of cells against oxidative stress
- normal functioning of the nervous system
- maintenance of the skeleton
- maintaining blood pressure
Did you know?
Bananas contain serotonin, otherwise known as the "happy hormone." In fact, bananas contain tryptophan. This amino acid is converted into serotonin by the body. Combined with the banana's magnesium content, serotonin will be naturally produced, improving your overall mood.
In summary.
Bananas are therefore a fruit to be consumed without moderation, ideal for athletes. Its nutritional composition has many benefits and advantages for the most active among us:
- Promotes satiety
- Regulates transit
- Prevents the appearance of cramps and aches
- Antioxidant power ideal for muscle recovery
- Anti-fatigue concentrate
- Contributes to psychological and emotional balance
