Eat Two Bananas Daily: Discover the Unexpected Perks and Potential Downsides

Overdosing would be nearly impossible

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Most Americans fall short on potassium. A healthy person would need about 700 or 800 bananas in one day to meet the lethal threshold. Excess potassium can harm the heart, but reaching danger would require roughly 400 bananas, well beyond what the stomach can hold. For most healthy people, two bananas a day is a smart move. Those on beta-blockers should watch intake because these drugs raise potassium levels. People with diabetes may also need to moderate, as bananas sit mid-range on the glycemic index. Otherwise, enjoy; research shows high potassium intake cuts overall mortality risk by roughly 20%.