Bananas are a rich source of carbohydrates, mainly starch in unripe bananas and sugars in ripe bananas. The carbohydrate composition of bananas changes drastically during ripening. The main component of unripe bananas is starch. Green bananas contain up to 70-80% starch, on a dry weight basis.
Chlorine Levels May Pose Risks to Swimmers, People With Asthma. From the WebMD Archives. June 11, 2004 -- Chlorine levels commonly found in homes and public pools may lead to breathing problems in swimmers, regardless of their history of such problems, researchers say.
Nearly 9 million of them are children. Children have smaller airways than adults, which makes asthma especially serious for them. Children with asthma may experience wheezing, coughing, chest tightness, and trouble breathing, especially early in the morning or at night. Many things can cause asthma, including. Allergens - mold, pollen, animals. Irritants - cigarette smoke, air pollution. Weather - cold air, changes in weather.