Why You Shouldn't Eat Bananas on an Empty Stomach: A Nutritionist's Answer

12.02.2023 15:50

Bananas are tasty and healthy fruits that are rich in minerals, fiber and vitamins. Therefore, such fruits should be included in the diet.

But it is important to remember that when using it, you should follow some rules.

Nutritionist Igor Strokov spoke about this in more detail, writes “ Medic Forum ”.

He noted that it may seem that bananas are absolutely harmless, but this is not so. There are nuances.

The potassium they are rich in can have a negative impact on your health if you eat the fruit on an empty stomach.

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The point is that in this case the acid-base balance of the blood is disrupted. This threatens acidosis and alkalosis.

Such diseases are accompanied by various unpleasant consequences that negatively affect the quality of life.

There is a risk of dizziness, shortness of breath, nausea, muscle twitching, as well as fatigue and confusion.

Olga Kotova Author: Olga Kotova Internet resource editor