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The high level of potassium in bananas helps to replace electrolytes that may be lost by severe bouts of diarrhea. Bananas are also rich in pectin, a soluble fiber that helps to absorb liquid in the intestines and thus move stool along smoothly. Bananas also contain a good amount of inulin, another soluble fiber.
A medium banana provides about 110 calories, 3 grams of fiber and is a source of potassium, vitamin C, magnesium, vitamin B6, vitamin A and iron. Bananas offer many health benefits and can be eaten daily as part of a healthy diet. Here are just some of the reasons bananas can be good for you every day. (See also Banana diet). Having a diet rich in potassium can be beneficial for lowering risk for heart disease, muscle wasting, osteoporosis and kidney stones.