Banana: A Super Food with the Potassium Boost

Although infamous for potassium super powers, one small banana supplies about 1/3 of the recommended daily allowance of Vitamin B-6.

Other nutrition facts surrounding the Super Food, Banana:

- The banana is a good source of folate, Vitamin C & magnesium.
- The banana is naturally low in sodium & fat.
- The banana contains about 2 grams of fiber per serving.
- The Vitamin C content in bananas helps combat infection.
- The potassium content in bananas combat high blood pressure.
- This super food promotes good digestive health and has the capability to combat both diarrhea & constipation much like the power of bran. Talk about non-partisanship!
- And because of the nifty package provided by Mother Nature herself, the banana is perfect for on-the-go events, such as picnics, snack time away from home, and both school & work lunch boxes.

Serving Suggestion for Banana, The Super Food

Freeze Me Benanna

Simply freeze unpeeled banana for about 1 hour then remove and slice. A healthy, cool treat for any time of the year.

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