Bananas

[Papillon 0]

:scared: I'm just wondering are bananas ok to eat..I think the nutritional value must exceed the sugar content ..but, I'm not sure if I should eat them..I really want one tho!!:welldone2:

[NJChick 3]

I don't know of any reason why you can't eat a banana, unless your on the liquid stage.

If your worried about the sugar or calories, have 1/2 a banana instead of the entire thing.

ENJOY !!!!

[Papillon 0]

ty..I did eat a banana..and I could only eat about half of it..but, it was SWEET...lol..I can't wait til strawberries come into season again..what about apples and such..I know the juice is too high in sugar, but what about the actual fruit...I had my surgery Jan 5th..so I can eat pretty much anything, but I'm so paranoid about throwing up I still rely on mostly tuna, milk, chicken and my protien shakes..How do I get over this fear and start experimenting with new things? I think I am just trying to stick with what works...*shrugs shoulders* I better go take a vitamin..lol

[ShareBear918 0]

:scared: I'm just wondering are bananas ok to eat..I think the nutritional value must exceed the sugar content ..but, I'm not sure if I should eat them..I really want one tho!!:welldone2:

I eat bananas too. I haven't had any problems yet. Like the Jersey Girl, I only eat 1/2 or 3/4. I share w/ my daughter or dog. It's a great way to help with Portion Control !!

[Papillon 0]

lmao..its funny you mention to share, because I gave the rest to my guinea pigs and they loooved me for it!!

[donali 57]

I haven't evaluated the nutritional content of bananas, but personally always considered them an acceptable fruit. They are higher in sugar content, don't contain as much Water or Fiber, but are often recommended for the potassium content.

Have a banana!! :scared:

(That is, if you're not in liquids, or otherwise forbidden... :welldone2:)

[PhotoNut 7]

The only problem I have with bananas is that they can cause Constipation. If this is something that you are dealing with already, you might want to eat them sparingly.

[Jachut 487]

I think ALL fruits are acceptable. Bananas are so good for you.

[NJChick 3]

How do I get over this fear and start experimenting with new things?

Fear was a good thing for me, it kept me from hurting myself and eating to much lol. Don't worry, you'll get over the fear of trying new stuff, just give it some time.

Go slow and don't be in a hurry :welldone2:

[Papillon 0]

The only problem I have with bananas is that they can cause Constipation. If this is something that you are dealing with already, you might want to eat them sparingly.

Good point! that was my first naner in a month or more, so I think I'm doing the sparingly thing pretty well..lol:Banane37:

[Marimaru 7]

Fruits are alot better than alot of the stuff I eat sometimes, lol. I wish I had fruit cravings. :welldone2:

[Jonathan 5]

I haven't evaluated the nutritional content of bananas, but personally always considered them an acceptable fruit. They are higher in sugar content, don't contain as much Water or Fiber, but are often recommended for the potassium content.

Have a banana!! :scared:

(That is, if you're not in liquids, or otherwise forbidden... :welldone2:)

Banana's aren't good diet food. On diabetic diets they count as 2 fruit exchanges, on the new Weight Watchers diets they are 2 points, as opposed to 1 like most other fruits. Not only do they have twice as many calories, but their glycemic index is very high. They aren't too highly recommended for losing weight.

Except with the band. =)

I think they're a great band food. If the band is working properly, you're not going to be able to eat much more than a banana, and they are, as others have said, very sweet and very satisfying.

My stomach's so messed up right now that they're one of the only fruits I *can* eat. For some reason, I can't get any skin down (apples, grapes, etc.). You can peel an apple, but peeling those grapes takes FOREVER. =)

[La_madam 20]

Banannas were always a tough one for me to eat.. got stuck alot, gave me the golf ball feeling and made me constipated..If you are looking for a fruit with potassium, kiwis are loaded with it and are easier to get down for us bandsters. Just my opinion :welldone2:

[donali 57]

...but peeling those grapes takes FOREVER. =)

I thought that's what women were for???

LOL

[Marimaru 7]

Donali, you shouldn't offer things like that, someone might take you up on it, lol