Bananas contain a fair amount of carbs, water, fiber, and antioxidants but little protein and no fat.
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Bananas are rich in soluble fiber. During digestion, soluble fiber dissolves in liquid to form a gel. This may also contribute to a banana’s.
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Resistant starch, the type of fiber found in unripe bananas, is a prebiotic. Prebiotics escape digestion and end up in your large intestine.
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Bananas have relatively few calories — just over 100 calories in an average banana — but are nutritious and filling.
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Bananas are a great source of potassium, with a medium banana providing 10% of the DV.
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Fruits and vegetables are excellent sources of dietary antioxidants, and bananas are no exception.
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The soluble fiber in bananas may help keep you full by adding bulk to your digestive system and slowing digestion.
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Whole pumpkin seeds are a good source of fiber. Diets high in fiber are associated with many health benefits.
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