11 things you didn't know about bananas! 🍌

1. Not a tree? No way! Banana plants are actually giant herbs! 🌿 Mind. Blown.
   Source: Live Science

2. Berry interesting! Botanically speaking, bananas are berries! 🤯🍓
   Source: University of California, Berkeley - Botanical Garden

3. Radioactive? Yep, they contain a tiny bit of potassium-40. But don't worry, you'd need to eat like, a million to feel any effects. ☢️😂
   Source: U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA)

4. Happy fruit! Bananas contain tryptophan, which helps your body produce serotonin, the happy chemical. 😄
   Source: National Institutes of Health (NIH) - MedlinePlus

5. The Cavendish banana, the one you usually find in stores, is a clone! 👯

6. Slip 'n slide? Banana peels can actually polish your shoes! 👞✨ Who knew?

   

7. Old timers! Bananas are one of the oldest cultivated fruits, dating back to 5000 BCE! 👴🍌 Source: United Nations - Food and Agriculture Organization (FAO)

8. Potassium Powerhouse! This mineral is essential for keeping your heart healthy and your blood pressure in check. Eating bananas can help reduce your risk of heart disease! ❤️
   Source: American Heart Association

9. Fibre Fabulous! The fibre in bananas is a champ for your digestion, helping to keep things running smoothly. Plus, it helps you feel fuller for longer, which can be a real win for weight management. 😌
   Source: Mayo Clinic

10. Vitamin B6 Boost! Bananas are a great source of Vitamin B6, crucial for energy production and healthy brain function. Get ready for that mental clarity! 🧠⚡
    Source: National Institutes of Health (NIH) - Office of Dietary Supplements

11. Vitamin C Victory! Need an immune system pick-me-up? Bananas deliver Vitamin C to help keep your immune system strong and ready to fight off invaders. 🛡️
    Source: National Institutes of Health (NIH) - Office of Dietary Supplements

12. Manganese Magic! This lesser-known mineral in bananas is great for your skin health and bone development. Glow up! ✨
    Source: Mount Sinai - Health Library