The fruit that reduces the risk of blood clots and stroke: you will be surprised

 Research by British and Italian scientists has proven the ability of ordinary bananas to protect against blood clots.

If you eat one banana in the morning, at lunch, and at dinner, the risk of blood clots and stroke is reduced by 21%. This happens due to the fact that the body receives the necessary portion of potassium, which plays the main role in reducing the risk of blood clots. According to experts, if you get 1600 g of potassium per day with bananas or other products containing potassium, you can reduce the risk of stroke by 21%

In addition to preventing blood clots, bananas:

- lower blood pressure, good for the heart;

- help with heartburn, they can be considered as natural antacids — compounds that bind acids. Therefore, bananas are good for the stomach;

- contain a lot of iron;

- is a source of energy;

- help with depression. They contain a large amount of tryptophan, which turns into serotonin in the body, which generally improves mood;

- relieve constipation. A sufficient amount of dietary fiber, which is in bananas, contributes to regular bowel movements;

- calm the nerves thanks to the content of vitamin B;

- regulate body temperature.