Bananas are a wonderful superfood to have with breakfast, include in a fruit salad and eat for a quick snack. Besides containing one of the highest levels of potassium of any food, bananas have been found to prevent hardening of the arteries which greatly reduces the risk of high blood pressure, heart attack and stroke.

Bananas are a natural antacid and are used in the treatment of ulcers. They also contain electrolytes which help to prevent dehydration. The vitamin B6 contained in one banana provides a full 30% of your Daily Value and the high folate content assists with healthy tissue growth.