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Introduction<\/a><\/li>
Nutritional Value of Raw Banana<\/a><\/li>
Properties of Raw Banana<\/a><\/li>
Potential Uses of Raw Banana for Overall Health<\/a><\/li>
How to Use Raw Banana<\/a><\/li>
Side Effects of Raw Banana<\/a><\/li>
Precautions to Take with Raw Banana<\/a><\/li>
Interactions with Other Drugs<\/a><\/li>
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)<\/a><\/li>
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<\/span>Introduction<\/strong><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\nPeople are becoming increasingly aware of the importance of a healthy diet. Fruits play a key role in a healthy diet because of the presence of fibre, and a host of vitamins and minerals. Raw bananas are also called green bananas they are unripe, have a firm flesh and are less sweet than a ripe banana. Scientifically known as Musa, bananas are one of the most widely grown fruits across the world 1<\/a>,2<\/a><\/sup>. Because of the presence of phytochemicals and nutrients, bananas are considered an important fruit in terms of nutritional value and properties 3<\/a><\/sup>.\u00a0\u00a0<\/p>\n\n\n\n
To find out more about this wondrous fruit, continue reading!\u00a0<\/p>\n\n\n\n
<\/span>Nutritional Value of Raw Banana<\/strong><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n
Raw bananas are packed with many nutrients which make this humble and extremely common fruit full of potential health benefits. They contain many vitamins and minerals, are a good source of fibre, carbohydrates and sugar. The nutritional value of raw bananas per 100grams of serving is given below.\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0<\/p>\n\n\n\n
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Energy:<\/strong> 89 kcal<\/li>\n\n\n\n
Carbohydrates:<\/strong> 22.8 g<\/li>\n\n\n\n
Fibres:<\/strong> 2.6 g<\/li>\n\n\n\n
Proteins:<\/strong> 1.09 g<\/li>\n\n\n\n
Fats: <\/strong>0.33 g<\/li>\n\n\n\n
Sugar:<\/strong> 12.2 g<\/li>\n\n\n\n
Calcium:<\/strong> 5 mg<\/li>\n\n\n\n
Potassium<\/a>:<\/strong> 358 mg<\/li>\n\n\n\n
Iron: <\/strong>0.26 mg<\/li>\n\n\n\n
Sodium<\/a>: <\/strong>1 mg<\/li>\n\n\n\n
Magnesium:<\/strong> 27 mg<\/li>\n\n\n\n
Phosphorus:<\/strong> 22 mg<\/li>\n\n\n\n
Zinc<\/a>: <\/strong>0.15 mg<\/li>\n\n\n\n
Selenium:<\/strong> 1 \u00b5g<\/li>\n\n\n\n
Copper:<\/strong> 0.078 mg<\/li>\n\n\n\n
Manganese<\/a>: <\/strong>0.27 mg<\/li>\n\n\n\n
Vitamin C:<\/strong> 8.7 mg<\/li>\n\n\n\n
Vitamin B1<\/a>: <\/strong>0.031 mg<\/li>\n\n\n\n
Vitamin B2<\/a>:<\/strong> 0.073 mg<\/li>\n\n\n\n
Vitamin B3<\/a>:<\/strong> 0.665 mg<\/li>\n\n\n\n
Vitamin B5:<\/strong> 0.334 mg<\/li>\n\n\n\n
Vitamin B6<\/a>:<\/strong> 0.367 mg<\/li>\n\n\n\n
Vitamin A:<\/strong> 3 \u00b5g<\/li>\n\n\n\n
Folate:<\/strong> 20 \u00b5g<\/li>\n\n\n\n
Water:<\/strong> 79.4 g<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n\n
Essential vitamins and minerals are found in raw bananas. They are particularly high in vitamins B6 and C. A mineral that may be excellent for healthy hair and skin is vitamin C. It may strengthen your immune system as well. Antioxidants included in it might shield your body from harm.\u00a0However, vitamin B6 aids in the transformation of food into energy. It may strengthen the brain and is healthy for the heart. Raw bananas also contain fibre, potassium, phosphorus, magnesium, zinc, and other nutrients and minerals.<\/p>\nDr. Smita Barode, BAMS<\/a><\/strong><\/cite><\/blockquote>\n\n\n\n
<\/span>Properties of Raw Banana<\/strong><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n
The underrated raw banana has potential health benefits as given below:\u00a0\u00a0<\/p>
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