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For this reason, bananas are not only an integral part of a healthy diet, they can be used as a natural remedy to treat and prevent a number of health issues including, insomnia, depression, anemia, hypertension, and heartburn. How exactly can a banana help with heartburn? Bananas have a natural antacid effect on the body. They primarily suppress acid secretion in the stomach by coating and protecting the stomach from acid, which helps against the formation of stomach ulcers and ulcer damage. There are two ways in which the antacid property of a banana helps suppress acid: Firstly, bananas contain a substance that encourages the activation of the cells that make up the lining of the stomach. As a result, a thicker mucus barrier is formed to provide the stomach with more protection against acid. Secondly, bananas feature compounds called "protease inhibitors", which help to eliminate certain bacteria within the stomach that have been found to contribute to the development of stomach ulcers. How can I add bananas to my diet? If you would like to help prevent heartburn by incorporating bananas, try eating a banana a half-hour before a meal, or directly after a meal. Some GERD (gastroesophageal reflux disease) sufferers also find eating a banana during a meal or half a banana before and after a meal beneficial. It's also a good idea to eat a banana when heartburn symptoms appear. If the idea of eating a plain banana doesn't thrill you, there are more fun and tasty ways you can add bananas to your diet. The following are some suggestions: Eat dried banana or mashed banana as a snack, Cut up a fresh banana or use dried banana pieces and add it to cereal, yogurt, and salads. Make a banana smoothie with live cultured yoghurt Banana shake (if you are allergic to milk and milk products, substitute with soy milk). |
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