Banana Health Guide: Benefits, Weight Loss & Storage

Bananas are high in potassium and fiber, aiding digestion and potentially relieving arthritis symptoms. Learn how to make bananas last longer and discover the surprising nutritional value of green vs. overripe fruit.

Is Eating Too Many Bananas Bad for You?

Published Nov,09 2018 | By Carly Schuna

The banana is one of nature’s most nutritious foods. It contains many simple carbohydrates, which your body can break down rapidly for energy, and it’s also rich in vitamins and minerals like potassium and vitamin B-6.

The Disadvantages of Bananas

Published Sep,01 2011 | By Carly Schuna

While any type of fruit can serve as an important component in a healthy diet, some fruits are more beneficial than others. Bananas offer plenty of positive nutritional value per serving, but their relatively high calorie and sugar amounts mean that it might be best to enjoy them in moderation.

Carly Schuna is a Wisconsin-based professional writer, editor and copy editor/proofreader. She has worked with hundreds of pieces of fiction, nonfiction, children's literature, feature stories and corporate content. Her expertise on food, cooking, nutrition and fitness information comes from a Level 1 personal training certification and years of in-depth study.