Banana fruit

A banana is a long, curved fruit with a soft, sweet interior and a thick peel that is usually yellow when ripe. It grows on large herbaceous plants in tropical regions and is one of the most widely consumed fruits in the world.

Bananas are rich in:
• Potassium (good for heart and muscle function)
• Vitamin C
• Vitamin B6
• Dietary fiber

There are also plantains, a type of banana that’s usually cooked rather than eaten raw.

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