* [[PMS]] : In women, PMS or Premenstrual Syndrome includes frequent change in one’s mood. During this time, women may become irritable, happy, sad, depressed in the snap of a finger – and most of these are attributed to pain and hormonal changes. The mood swings associated with PMS could sometimes be a source of frustration especially for people surrounding the PMS sufferer. This is why bananas are recommended for women who experience PMS. The high levels of Vitamin B6 in bananas help regulate blood glucose levels that help overcome mood swings and pain in women during PMS.
* [[Ulcers]] : Bananas have been known for their abilities to protect the stomach against ulcer and prevent ulcer damage because of its antacid effects. In one study, a mixture of banana and milk suppressed the acid secretion and in an animal study, it was found that bananas protected the animals’ stomach from wounds. This is because the substances found in bananas contribute in activating the cells that composes the stomach lining, thereby providing a thicker mucus barrier against stomach acids. Another thing is that bananas contain a compound called protease inhibitors that helps in eliminating the bacteria in the stomach that causes stomach ulcers.
* Bananas contain immeasurable amount of substances [[BanLec]] (from Banana Lectin), is known to exert anti-cancer and nutrients that can very well contribute many health benefits in the bodyanti-HIV properties. Other than the ones mentioned above, * it can also help a person in his quest to quit smoking, as a form of treatment for minor burns, mosquito bites, morning sickness, and it promotes kidney health, stress relief and a lot more. These are just some of the many health benefits that can be acquired by regularly taking bananas. Therefore, include a banana in your daily diet as this yellow fruit can keep the doctor away as much as an apple does.
* lower the body temperature and cool you during a fever or on a hot day
* prevent [[Kidney Cancer]]