Banana at night is good or bad? Here's the answer
Updated: 20 Jul 2018, 1618 hrs IST

1. An overview

We all have been asked to avoid eating fruits at night, especially banana and we have simply followed the rule, without giving it a thought. We have never questioned why eating banana at night is bad. Regarded as one of the most nutritious fruits, banana is packed with nutrients and minerals that are good for the human body. Let us know why people have this double-standard with banana and even with citrus fruits.

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2. What Ayurveda says

According to Ayurveda, eating banana at night is not unsafe, but one should avoid eating it at night because it aggravates cough and cold. It takes a long time to digest and make you feel lazy too.

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3. What nutritionists say

According to Shashank Rajan, a fitness expert, and nutritionist, “Banana is healthy and energizing and should be avoided at night only if the person is suffering from cough and cold or has asthma or sinus issue. Consuming banana after gymming in the evening is a good practice.

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4. Controls stomach acid

According to a research, banana is a safe option for those who end up eating a lot of spicy street food. Eating one banana at night helps reduce heat burn and even stomach ulcer.

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5. Induces sleep

Rich in potassium, banana helps relax the muscle after a tiring day. Eating one or two bananas late in the evening helps your body get ready to fall asleep. According to Shashank, “One large banana contains 487mg potassium, which is about 10 percent of the required intake for an adult body.”

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Updated: 20 Jul 2018, 1618 hrs IST