Surprising Reasons to Avoid Bananas: What You Need to Know!

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00:00Hey, I heard some people saying we shouldn't eat bananas.

00:04What's up with that?

00:05I thought they were super healthy.

00:08Yeah, bananas are generally healthy, but there are a few reasons why they might not be the

00:12best choice for everyone.

00:15Want me to break it down?

00:17Totally.

00:18What's the deal?

00:20Okay, first off, bananas are pretty high in sugar.

00:25One medium banana has about 14 grams of sugar.

00:28So, if you're watching your sugar intake or have diabetes, it might not be the best

00:33option.

00:34Wow, I didn't realize they had that much sugar.

00:38But it's natural sugar, right?

00:40Yep, it's natural, but it still affects your blood sugar levels.

00:45If you need to keep those in check, you might want to go for fruits with less sugar, like

00:49berries.

00:50Got it.

00:52What else?

00:54Bananas are also high in carbs.

00:57There are about 27 grams of carbs in a medium banana.

01:01If you're on a low-carb diet like keto, eating a banana can use up a big chunk of your daily

01:06carb allowance.

01:08That makes sense.

01:09I guess they wouldn't fit into a low-carb diet then.

01:13Exactly.

01:15And believe it or not, some people are actually allergic to bananas.

01:19They can get anything from mild itching to serious reactions like swelling and breathing

01:23problems.

01:25If you notice any weird symptoms after eating a banana, you should definitely talk to a

01:29doctor.

01:31Allergic to bananas?

01:33That's wild.

01:35Anything else?

01:36Yeah, bananas can cause digestive issues for some people.

01:41They have a type of fiber called soluble fiber, which can lead to bloating and gas.

01:46Plus, if you have IBS, bananas might trigger your symptoms.

01:51That sounds uncomfortable.

01:53I guess if your stomach gets upset, it's better to skip them.

01:58Definitely.

01:59Another thing is the potassium content.

02:02Bananas are rich in potassium, which is usually good, but too much potassium can be harmful,

02:07especially if you have kidney problems.

02:11The kidneys regulate potassium levels, and if they're not working well, high potassium

02:15can be a big issue.

02:17I never thought about that.

02:19So, it's about moderation?

02:22Exactly.

02:24If you have kidney issues, you should be careful with how many bananas you eat.

02:29Anything else I should know?

02:31One last thing.

02:33Bananas often have pesticide residues.

02:36Even though the peel offers some protection, it's not perfect.

02:40It's a good idea to wash your bananas before peeling them to reduce the pesticide exposure.

02:45I'll definitely start doing that.

02:48Thanks for the info.

02:50I had no idea there were so many things to consider with bananas.

02:54No problem.

02:56Bananas are still a great fruit, but it's always good to know how different foods affect

03:00your body.

03:02Just listen to what your body needs.

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