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Amid rising produce prices, bananas remain an affordable, widely available “national fruit” in Korea, with over 380,000 tons imported annually. Experts call bananas a compact, cost‑effective health food: they contain soluble fiber (pectin) and resistant starch that slow glucose absorption, helping blunt post‑carb blood sugar spikes and lower triglycerides and cholesterol. Eating half a banana (about 50g) after carb‑heavy meals can ease blood sugar surges and promote bowel movement to prevent constipation. Bananas are also rich in potassium (about 355mg per 100g), magnesium, and carbohydrates, making them good for sodium excretion after salty meals and for quick energy before or after exercise—though people with kidney problems should consult a doctor due to potassium content. Because bananas are nutrient‑dense, inexpensive, and stable in price, they are praised as a practical way to improve public health and reduce nutrition inequality.