Health Benefits Of Eating Red Bananas
Red bananas were rare and less popular compared to its yellow and green varieties, but it contains more nutritional value and health benefits to the body.
Banana is one of the most popular fruit worldwide due to its delicious taste and high nutritional value. It usually grows in tropical climate countries such as the Philippines. It is also mostly used for culinary purposes.
It is commonly used as an ingredient in some of our favorite dishes, desserts, pastries, snacks, and in other types of consumption. No wonder why Filipinos love to eat bananas because of its unique and sweet taste.
Red bananas are a variety of banana with a reddish-purple skin, which is plumber and smaller compared to Cavendish banana. The red variety is also sweeter and softer rather than yellow Cavendish. It might also taste a light mango flavor.
Here are some amazing health benefits of red bananas to the body’s health:
Regulates Blood Pressure
Banana is known as an excellent source of potassium, which can help a lot in reducing the blood pressure levels in the body. But everyone should take note that high-potassium foods are not recommended for who have experienced kidney issues.
Improves Vision
Eating 3 red bananas a day can reduce the risk of vision loss by almost 36 percent.
Good Source of Fiber
It is rich in fiber, which is effective in reducing the risk of heart diseases and improves the health of digestive system.
Aids Weight Loss
Since banana is rich in fiber it is very effective for people who wants to lose weight. 1 medium sized red banana contains around 100 calories, which can help us to maintain the body’s weight.
Good for the Blood
It contains numerous vitamins, minerals, and antioxidants that can improve the hemoglobin count and blood quality.
