This article was reviewed by Kelly Brown MD, MBA. Has there ever been a more phallic fruit than the banana? We’ve never seen one. Beyond the suggestive shape, banana benefits for men might give you a ...

Bananas contain potassium, an essential mineral which can lower blood pressure. Potassium does this by relaxing blood vessel ...

Is your banana too yellow? Depends on what health benefits you’re after - Bananas can help to prevent cramping and come ...

From green to yellow to brown, a banana’s color reveals changes in starch, sugar, fiber, and antioxidants. Learn which ripeness stage best supports gut health, blood sugar, and energy.

This article was reviewed by Craig Primack, MD, FACP, FAAP, FOMA. Bananas are a staple in most diets around the world, and they’re one of the most popular fruits in the U.S. (lagging just behind ...

That yellow fruit sitting in your kitchen has sparked intense discussions in weight loss circles. While some praise its nutritional benefits and others warn about its sugar content, new research ...

This story is bananas. B-A-N-A-N-A-S. Gwen Stefani references aside, it's time to talk about bananas: a versatile fruit with numerous health benefits. Add them to cereal or oatmeal, peanut butter ...

A bunch of bananas on a wood surface by a bowl of sliced bananas - Gajus/Shutterstock Bananas are a sweet, soft, and often divisive health food. They can be used in smoothies, added as a topping for ...

Bananas are packed with PPO. This enzyme is the reason an apple turns brown when you slice it and leave it out. That browning ...

Medically reviewed by Suzanne Fisher, RD Key Takeaways Eating more potassium-rich foods like bananas may help lower blood ...