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Why Do Bananas Upset the Stomach?

Musasi Isaac Christopher
Last updated: 2021/03/19 at 8:26 AM
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If you eat bananas while they are still too ripe, they will often retain a lot of the acid that they contain. This can result in a bananas upset stomach, which is why it’s so important to only eat bananas when they’re completely ripe.

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Unripe bananas should not be eaten. PHOTO via @Shutterstock/16 March 2021

You may be asking yourself why do bananas upset your stomach? Well, it is because bananas contain a type of chemical called alkaloids. 

Alkaloids are known to have some very strong anti-inflammatory and detoxifying properties which help in getting rid of the toxins that cause toxins to build up in your body.

The same chemical that gives bananas their power to soothe and calm your tummy is also found in some common over the counter drugs such as aspirin and ibuprofen. 

As a side note, aspirin also contains a type of bleach that can result in a serious stomach ache or upset stomach when you ingest it.

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It does not take long before we see the banana peel start to appear on the walls of the stomach. This is because the skins contain an acidic solution that is helpful in stimulating the production of saliva, which is beneficial for flushing out any toxins and reducing the acid levels in the stomach.

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However, if the levels of alkaline acid get too high, then this can lead to an increase in the stomach acid level. This will lead to a painful stomach ache.

Hence, it is important to limit the number of times you eat bananas and how often you eat bananas in a day in order to avoid stomach problems caused by too much stomach acid.

The problem with many stomach ache products is that they only provide symptomatic relief. They do not treat the root cause of the problem. For example, most people who suffer from chronic heartburn find relief by taking a non-steroidal anti-inflammatory drug.

However, it does not address the fact that the stomach is producing too much acid due to the excessive production of digestive juices. Therefore, taking an NSAID each time you feel a stomach ache will only result in more stomach ache.

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There are some cases where taking an NSAID can cause side effects. For example, NSAIDs have been shown to cause gastrointestinal ulcers. These ulcers are called “pneumonitis” and can even be life-threatening in severe cases. 

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So it is important to balance your dosage of bananas along with the side effects caused by an NSAID. This can help you prevent suffering from unnecessary stomach ache caused by too much NSAID.

When it comes to treating and preventing acid reflux, drinking adequate water is the best way. This is because water helps to dilute the stomach acid level. So when the stomach acids try to come back up, the water you drink will help neutralize them. 

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But what if you don’t drink enough water? Can bananas help with acid reflux?

Yes, bananas can help! They contain a certain type of potassium, which is extremely effective in decreasing stomach acid levels. As a matter of fact, bananas have the highest concentration of potassium of all fruits. 

If your stomach is acidic, then you might want to try a diet that is high in potassium, such as bananas. Bananas are also one of the most natural foods that you can eat, and they provide a number of health benefits.

Many people experience a problem with bananas that are too ripe. You should only eat bananas if they are still within their edible or broken shape. Unripe bananas should not be eaten. Once they are overripe, they will begin to quickly deteriorate. This will result in loss of nutrients, as well as inflammation of the stomach.

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So, bananas can help with stomach problems, but how do they prevent this problem? If you eat bananas, you should eat them right after they are cut and not immediately before. The skin on the bananas should be wrinkled. This will help keep the potassium from escaping while it is in your stomach. 

If you eat bananas while they are still too ripe, they will often retain a lot of the acid that they contain. This can result in a bananas upset stomach, which is why it’s so important to only eat bananas when they’re completely ripe.

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