バナナで目指すシックスパック！

00:00
So, ever seen an athlete packing it with bananas after an intense workout?
00:08
You know, there’s a good reason for that, and it concerns you and me as well!
00:12
Of course you don’t have to munch on the long yellow stuff like crazy, but eating a
00:17
single banana every day can definitely do you lots of good!
00:23
Counting down from…
00:24
#11.
00:25
It helps you lose weight If you’re on the track to shedding a few
00:29
extra pounds but having difficulty curbing that sweet tooth, a banana can help you out.
00:36
Its natural sweetness is a blessing when you’re craving for something sugary, and soluble
00:41
fibers in it slow down digestion, making you feel full for longer.
00:46
Also, a medium-sized banana contains only about 100 calories, as opposed to 400 in a
00:54
chocolate bar you would eat otherwise.
00:56
So stack up on a bunch of those yellow goodies and lay them on your desk!
01:01
#10.
01:02
It helps keep your digestion healthy Soluble fibers are only half of what’s good
01:08
in a banana; the other half is insoluble ones.
01:12
When they reach your digestive tract, they don’t dissolve (as their name implies) and
01:16
instead travel through your whole body, pushing out the unnecessary stuff.
01:22
All the waste in your bowels gets swept away, and you go to the bathroom regularly and with
01:27
a sense of duty well done.
01:30
At ease.
01:31
#9.
01:32
It improves your immune system A single banana contains more than 10% of
01:38
a daily norm of vitamin C, which is, as you know, a sort of a magic bullet to being healthy.
01:45
It boosts your immunity, providing you with better protection against all kinds of diseases,
01:50
and acts as an antioxidant, destroying free radicals that attack your healthy cells.
01:57
So having a banana every day basically helps you stay in the top shape in all senses of
02:02
the word.
02:04
#8.
02:06
It protects your skin If you’re sensitive to UV, sunscreen is
02:10
a must, of course, but bananas may be of help too, without you even knowing it.
02:18
Like I just said, vitamin C in these fruits is an antioxidant that protects your skin
02:22
as well as your immune system.
02:25
They also contain carotenoids that are natural protective elements when it comes to exposure
02:31
to the sun.
02:32
Plants need them for photosynthesis, and we humans eat them not be burned by the sun.
02:34
The cycle of life!
02:35
#7.
02:36
It’s good for your heart Potassium, which is the primary element contained
02:40
in bananas, is crucial for your heart and blood vessels.
02:44
It’s an electrolyte that helps electric conductivity in your system, and it also assists
02:50
other electrolytes (such as magnesium and calcium) to be better absorbed inside your
02:55
body.
02:56
As a result of potassium’s activity, the balance of fluid is maintained, which helps
03:01
your heart beat at a normal pace.
03:04
#6.
03:05
It keeps you hydrated Wait, bananas are a solid food, how in the
03:11
world can they replace water?
03:13
Well, they can’t, of course, but like I said earlier, they help maintain water balance
03:16
in your body.
03:17
It’s all thanks to potassium again, to be sure.
03:22
It cooperates with other electrolytes to regulate the fluid levels, which is especially good
03:27
after an intense workout.
03:30
So if you’re into some sports activities or just go to the gym on a regular basis,
03:35
eating a banana (or even two) is definitely a good idea.
03:39
#5.
03:41
It enhances your physical performance (Hey, have you every seen a fat monkey?)
03:47
Bananas aren’t only good for you after a workout — they also help you out before
03:52
intensive training.
03:54
According to the International Society of Sports Nutrition, the best way to keep you
03:59
in top shape while working out is eating something that’s high on carbs yet not too hard on
04:05
your gut.
04:07
Munching on some sugary stuff is not the best of ideas: things like chocolate bars or candy
04:13
contain too much sweetness and additives for you to stomach.
04:17
Bananas, on the other hand, have just the right amount of natural sugar to boost your
04:23
energy levels, and they also contain other substances that help you achieve better results
04:25
when training.
04:26
So throw one in your sports bag before you go!
04:29
#4.
04:30
It can replace sugar when you bake The yellow delight is naturally sweet and
04:36
neutral in taste, so when you decide to bake a cake or some muffins, it’s pretty much
04:41
okay to substitute sugar, or any other sweetener for that matter, with a couple of bananas.
04:47
Of course, you can’t stuff them everywhere — not all recipes taste good when you throw
04:49
in a banana.
04:51
After all, they’re not THAT neutral and add their own flavor to the dish.
04:57
But you sure can look for baking recipes that make room for such a possibility.
05:03
#3.
05:04
It curbs your appetite Back to the issue of losing weight: bananas
05:09
help you to resist your cravings.
05:11
It’s not hard to imagine a busy day at the office, when you’re overworked with routine,
05:17
and you just have to have a snack not to fall into a coma.
05:22
Often, people would eat a candy bar just for the sake of a much needed glucose boost, but
05:28
that kind of energy punch is short-lived, and you’ll feel even worse for it when the
05:33
sugar spike fades.
05:35
The solution?
05:37
Have a banana, obviously!
05:38
It’s quite low in calories but high on useful stuff, such as all kinds of fibers and starch,
05:45
which makes you feel full and think twice before indulging your sweet tooth once again.
05:50
#2.
05:51
It makes your kidneys happy…aw I don’t have to tell you that fruit is good
05:57
for you, it’s quite old news already.
06:00
But more specifically, bananas, thanks to all the antioxidants and other beneficial
06:05
elements, help your kidneys to remain healthy and prosper.
06:08
(A prosperous kidney…)
06:10
In one Swedish study, researchers found that bananas have the biggest impact on renal health
06:15
when it comes to fruit and vegetable consumption.
06:17
In fact, they seem to protect you against renal cell carcinoma, one of the most common
06:18
types of kidney cancer.
06:19
Of course, this is subject to more research, but that’s already good news, isn’t it?
06:20
On top of that, potassium in bananas reduces the risk of kidney stones by flushing excess
06:24
calcium from your system.
06:27
Calcium is one of the biggest culprits in this disease because the stones are mostly
06:31
made of this element.
06:33
#1.
06:35
Bananas help you even before you’re born Apart from other useful substances and elements,
06:43
the long yellow goodies are rich in all types of B vitamins.
06:47
They don’t often get much media attention, but that’s hardly because they’re not
06:52
that good for you.
06:54
They stay in shade mostly because their effects are not immediately obvious.
06:58
You see, B vitamins, especially vitamin B6, are crucial during embryo development.
07:06
A single average banana contains about a third of the normal daily intake, so doctors advise
07:12
pregnant women to have a banana a day just to additionally ensure that their babies are
07:17
born healthy and happy.
07:21
Other elements, such as folate, thiamine, niacin, and riboflavin, also contribute to
07:26
fetal health: they help the yet-unborn baby to develop its nervous system, blood vessels,
07:32
and internal organs.
07:35
And finally, potassium plays its role here too.
07:39
As much as I’ve already said about this element, its electrolytic function benefits
07:43
the bloodstream of the mother, and thus helps deliver food to the baby in her belly.
07:50
So why not treat yourself to a healthy and tasty snack while waiting for your little
07:54
one to see its first light of day?
07:57
Well, it’s all fine and well, but nothing comes without a price, and bananas aren’t
08:04
any exception to this rule.
08:06
There are side effects you should know about before you start eating a banana every single
08:10
day.
08:12
And we’re not talking just about “monkey farts”.
08:16
Make sure you consult your doctor and check whether you have any potential problems with
08:20
this fruit.
08:21
First and foremost, like any other fruit, bananas can cause allergic reactions.
08:26
According to Food Allergy Research and Education, if you have an allergy to latex, you might
08:31
as well develop one to kiwis, chestnuts, avocados, and yes, bananas.
08:37
Also, if you feel itchiness in your mouth when you chew on a banana, you’d better
08:41
stay away from this fruit because it’s also an allergic reaction that can become severe
08:46
if you’re not careful.
08:48
Secondly, tyrosine, an amino acid contained in bananas, converts into tyramine in your
08:55
body, and this substance can cause headaches in some people.
08:59
If there’s too much of it in your system, you might even develop migraines, so be careful
09:06
if you already have them.
09:09
And finally, despite their benefits for your gut that I described earlier, bananas can
09:14
cause gases and bloating because of the high amounts of fiber in them.
09:18
That’s not dangerous — you’ll feel better when your body gets used to so much fiber,
09:24
but it certainly can be uncomfortable… or even awkward, if you know what I mean.
09:29
Yes, with all of this going for it, it’s easy to see why bananas have a peel (appeal).
09:35
So what about you?
09:37
Do you only indulge in bananas every now and then or do you prefer to keep it a routine?
09:43
Let me know down in the comments!
09:45
Hey, if you learned something new today, then give this video a like and share it with a
09:49
friend.
09:50
But don’t go bananas just yet!
09:52
We have over 2,000 cool videos for you to check out.
09:55
Just click on this left or right video and enjoy!
09:59
Stay on the Bright Side of life!