A recent study conducted on 200 school students in ENGLAND has shown that eating bananas regularly improves concentration and memory. Researchers have confirmed that the high potassium content of bananas of about 425 mg is responsible for the increase in learning capabilities.

Bananas contain many nutrients and minerals that are essential to the body. The potassium in bananas helps in regulating blood pressure studies have shown that regular consumption of bananas reduces the possibility of heart stroke by 40%.Besides they do not contain cholesterol and fat. Bananas are a rich source of iron and are used to treat anemia. Electrolytes such as calcium, magnesium and potassium that are present in a banana prevent dehydration.

Bananas are also rich in fibre.They contain the amino acid 'tryptophan' which is converted into 'serotonin' by the body. Serotonin relaxes the body and improves the mood of the person. Further bananas contain three natural sugars namely sucrose, glucose and fructose, which gives instant energy .Banana contain four times more protein and two times more carbohydrates than an apple. It is rich in vitamins A, B6 and C too.