When it comes to weight loss,bananasdon’t seem like the common fruit to turn to.

But this is a wild misconception.

“This usually forms the basic part of my talks, meal plans, and advice to my clients.

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I love bananas, they hardly miss on my and my patients' grocery shopping lists.”

Green bananas make your gut healthier and give you energy.

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Bananas have fiber, which keeps you full.

“But, bananas can actually help you lose weight if eaten as part of a balanced diet.

A medium banana contains 3 grams oftotal fiberand 0.6 grams ofsoluble fiber, helping you to feel fuller longer.

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They’re sweet enough to be a healthy dessert.

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Bananas can help with overeating.

Bananas help with blood sugar levels.

“Bananas are an excellent source of resistant starch, which has a positive impact on insulin resistance.”

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Bananas help with workouts.

“Yourworkoutsmay be more efficient due to fewer muscle cramps as well,” says Best.

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They’re low in calories, but rich in nutrients.

They are also rich in the mineralspotassiumandmagnesiumwhich help muscles relax and may even aid with sleep.”

“[The] pack of nutrients is what fascinates me the most,” says Reads.

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The number of calories in bananas is often the reason most people associate bananas with weight gain.

Bananas help prevent belly bloat.

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