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Banana Juice: Benefits And How To Make

Improves Bone Mineral Density

Some of the sugars in bananas have been directly linked to improving nutrient uptake, particularly minerals. In addition to the notable levels of magnesium, manganese and potassium in banana juice, this beverage can help protect bone mineral density and prevent the onset of osteoporosis as you age.

Speeds-up Recovery

This juice is popular with athletes, as well as those recovering from extended illness or injury, as it is an excellent source of electrolytes, namely potassium. Without adequate levels of potassium, your muscle function and development is impaired, as is your body’s water balance and nervous system function.

Promotes Sleep

Bananas aren’t commonly praised for their tryptophan content, but this natural sedative can stimulate the release of serotonin, which is a “feel good” hormone that eases the body into relaxation and sleep. A glass of this juice before bed can be an excellent choice for people suffering from insomnia or regularly interrupted sleep.

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Aids Digestion

The high levels of dietary fiber found in this blended juice is great for digestion, as the fiber will stimulate peristaltic motion, increase the release of gastric juices and improve the nutrient uptake efficiency of your gut.

How To Make Banana Juice?

Banana juice is one of the simpler juices to make and is probably faster to prepare yourself than finding a grocery store that regularly carries it.

Recipe

Ingredients:

• 3 medium-sized bananas
• 1 tablespoon of honey
• 1.5 cups of milk
• 1 pinch of cinnamon (for flavor, if desired)

Step 1 – Peel each banana and remove the extra fibers from the side of the fruit.

Step 2 – Slice banana into chunks.

Step 3 – Add the banana chunks, milk and honey to a blender (Add 1-2 ice cubes, if desired)

Step 4 – Blend the mixture for 2-3 minutes, until it has an even, thin consistency.

Step 5 – If the juice is still too thick, add a bit more milk and blend again.

Step 6 – Serve and enjoy!

Side Effects Of Banana Juice

Although there are clearly many benefits of banana juice, there are some possible side effects that you should consider including affecting mineral uptake, gastrointestinal problems, weight gain, muscle issues or heart trouble. However, most of these side effects only appear when you consume an excessive amount of banana juice. 1-2 glasses per day should not cause side effects in the majority of people.

• Stomach Problems – Since this juice is in a blended form, rather than pure juice, there is a good amount of fiber (roughly 3 grams per banana). While fiber is important for digestion and managing cholesterol levels, too much fiber can cause constipation, bloating, cramping and excess flatulence.
• Weight Gain – Bananas have an average calorie content ranging from 100 to 120 and while that is approximately 5% of your daily calorie intake, an excessive number of bananas can quickly replace another meal’s caloric value. Regular overconsumption of bananas can thus lead to weight gain.
• Bone Density – When you drink too much of this juice, the dietary fiber in the starchy bananas can impair your body’s ability to absorb nutrients, particularly minerals like calcium and iron. So, while your potassium levels would be excellent, you may be making yourself deficient in other critical minerals.
• Cardiac Issues – Hyperkalemia is a condition where you have too much potassium in your blood, and it can cause irregular heartbeats and palpitations. This type of strain on the heart is never a good idea, particularly if you have a history of cardiovascular issues.
• Muscle Weakness – Too much potassium can also negatively affect muscle function, as electrolytes like potassium and sodium must remain balanced to achieve water balance and maintain nervous system communication.