The banana helps reduce high blood pressure and lowers risk of stroke due to the high potassium content and very low sodium content. In fact, the FDA has finally allowed the banana to tout its ability to prevent these life-threatening conditions.
Bananas boost brain power, increasing alertness. It contains tryptophan, which not only elevates mood and staves off PMS, but the banana can also help those trying to quit smoking overcome the physical effects of nicotine withdrawal.
Press the inside of the banana skin against your own skin to soothe bug bites or even to cure warts.
A banana milkshake with honey is one of the quickest ways to shake off a hangover, and the banana can help pregnant women fight off morning sickness. The antacid properties of the banana help get rid of heartburn and can prevent ulcers