If you enjoy bananas, there's probably no reason to not to eat one of these soft, sweet fruits every day. Bananas are rich in potassium, fiber and vitamin C, and they contain far fewer calories than potato chips or cookies. That said, bananas may cause side effects in some people. If these symptoms are severe, you may need to quit your banana habit.
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Potential Risks
Bananas may cause gas and bloating in certain people. In addition, they may worsen symptoms of irritable bowel syndrome -- a chronic condition that causes diarrhea, bloating and cramping -- according to Harvard Health Publications. And although bananas are relatively light -- each medium fruit contains just 105 calories -- adding them to your existing weight-maintenance diet without omitting a food of similar calories may cause weight gain, as your body stores excess calories as body fat.
www.livestrong.com
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