From regulating PMS to preventing cardiovascular disease, and more than a dozen other conditions, bananas are a healthier alternative than most medicines.

1. They prevent cardiovascular disease due to the 500 milligrams of potassium.
2. The tryptophan in the banana helps fight depression by boosting serotonin levels in your body that make you feel relaxed and happy.
3. To avoid morning sickness, try snacking on bananas between meals to avoid blood sugar spikes.
4. The natural antacid effect in the body from the banana soothes heartburn.
5. The high potassium and low levels of sodium regulates blood pressure.
6. The potassium-packed fruit can assist learning and boost brain power by making the pupils more alert.
7. Want to quit smoking? Well the B6, B12, potassium and magnesium found in bananas helps the body recover from nicotine withdrawal.
8. Do not itch that mosquito bite, try rubbing the bite with the inside of a banana peel to reduce inflammation and itching.
9. High iron levels help in cases of anemia.
10. The high fiber content restores normal bowel movement, helping with constipation.
11. One quick fix to a hangover is a banana smoothie because the banana calms the stomach.
12. They calm your nervous system because of the high vitamin B content.
13. The vitamin B6 in bananas regulates blood sugar levels which can affect your mood during PMS.
14. The potassium also counteracts bone decay, which helps boost your bone mass.
15. When stressed out, the human body's metabolic rate rises, which reduces potassium levels. To rebalance your stress levels, just snack on bananas.