EXPERIMENT DAY!!!We talked about it Friday and anxiously waited for this morning's show!
Here's what all the excitement is about....
About 2 years ago, Danny had what he thought were allergic reactions to banana’s..his face, neck, shoulders and chest turned red and he broke out in hives on his arms and neck. The incidents happened two weeks apart.
This scared him enough to stay away from bananas.
Friday, he announced that he wanted to try a banana on air just to see if he really does have an allergy to them. He nervously peeled the yellow fruit, and without hesitation...took his first bite in years.
What happened next?......................................................nothing.
We have concluded that Danny is not allergic...tomorrow there will be a round of banana splits in the control room!!
Who knew that eating a banana could be so beneficial?
This was taken from bananasweb.com.....
Bananas consist mainly of sugars (glucose, fructose and sucrose) and fiber, which makes them ideal for an immediate and slightly prolonged source of energy
Reducing DepressionBananas contain tryptophan, an aminoacid that can be converted to serotonin, leading to improved mood
AnemiaBananas are relatively high in iron, which helps the body’s hemoglobin function
Constipation and Diarrhea
Due to their content in fiber, they help restore a normal bowel function. In addition, diarrhea usually depletes your body of important electrolytes (of which the most important is potassium, contained in high amounts in bananas). They also contain pectin, a soluble fiber (hydrocolloid) that can help normalize movement through the digestive tract.
Eyesight ProtectionResearch published in the Archives of Ophthalmology has proven that adults consuming at least 3 servings of fruit per day have a reduced risk (by 36%) of developing age-related macular degeneration (ARMD), the primary cause of vision loss in older adults, compared to persons who consume less than 1.5 servings of fruit daily.
Healthy BonesBananas are an exceptionally rich source of fructooligosaccharide, a compound that nourishes probiotic (friendly) bacteria in the colon. These beneficial bacteria produce enzymes that increase our digestive ability and protect us from unhealthy bacteria infections. Thanks to fructooligosaccharides, probiotic bacteria can increase both in number and functionality, increasing our body’s ability to absorb calcium.
In addition, green bananas contain indigestible short chain fatty acids (SCFAs) that are very nutrient to the cells that make up the mucosa of the stomach. These cells, when healthy, absorb calcium much more efficiently
Healthy KidneyAbout 190,000 cases of kidney cancer are diagnosed each year.Research published in the International Journal of Cancer has shown that daily consumption of whole fruits and vegetables, especially bananas, is highly protective to kidney health. The results show that, over a long timeframe (13.4 years), women eating more than 2.5 servings of fruits and vegetable per day cut their risk of kidney cancer by 40%. Among the fruits, bananas were especially protective. Women eating bananas four to six times a week halved their risk of developing the disease compared to those who did not eat this fruit. The conclusion of the study is that frequent consumption of fruits and vegetables, especially bananas, cabbage and root vegetables, may reduce risk of kidney cancer. This is because bananas and many root vegetables contain especially high amounts of antioxidant phenolic compounds, while cabbage is rich in sulfur, necessary for effective detoxification of potential carcinogens.
Blood PressureBananas are extremely high in potassium (about 4673mg), yet very low in sodium (1mg), thus having a perfect ratio for preventing high blood pressure. So much so, the US Food and Drug Administration has just allowed the banana industry to make official claims for the fruit’s ability to reduce the risk of blood pressure and stroke.
HeartburnBananas have a natural antacid effect in the body, so if you suffer from heartburn, try eating a banana for soothing relief.
Morning SicknessSnacking on bananas between meals helps to keep blood-sugar levels up and avoid morning sickness.
Smoking
Bananas can also help people trying to give up smoking. They contain vitamins B6 and B12 they contain, as well as potassium and magnesium: these substances help the body recover from the effects of nicotine withdrawal.
UlcersThis is the only raw fruit that can be eaten without distress in over-chronicle cases. It also helps reduce acidity and reduces irritation. Bananas stimulate the cells on the internal stomach lining to produce a thicker mucus (which protects against acid). Additionally, bananas contain protease inhibitors that help eliminate bacteria in the stomach that have been pinpointed as a primary cause of ulcers.
Nerves
Bananas are high in B vitamins that have been shows to improve nerve function
Mosquito Bites Many people report that rubbing the inside of a banana peel on a mosquito bite is very effective in reducing itching and swelling
Stress ReliefBananas are high in potassium, which helps normalize the hearthbeat and regulate the body’s water balance. During periods of high stress, our body’s potassium levels tend to be rapidly depleted: eating bananas is a healthy way to rebalance them without using drugs
Stroke
Risk According to a study in The New England Journal of Medicine, eating bananas as part of a regular diet can reduce the risk of death by strokes by as much as 40%
WATER COOLER CONVERSATION...An onion, apple and a potato – all have the same taste. The differences in flavor are caused by their smell.
Most women would give up ‘fancy time’ for a new wardrobe. That’s the word from a survey of 1,000 women in 10 North American cities. Women…on average would be willing to give up fancy time for 15 months for a closet full of new apparel.
Former US Presidents like Bill Clinton and now George W Bush will be receiving their annual pension…and this year it’ll total $191,000. Bill Clinton’s phone bill from 2007 totaled $104,000. His satellite tv bill for his office, complete with 8 separate receivers and all the movie channels….cost $1,800.
Are you having trouble getting garlic or onion odor off of your hands? According to Women’s Day magazine…the experts say to wash them with a blob of toothpaste. It’ll all be gone!!!
8:20 LAUGH OF THE DAY
SHORT LOVE STORY..PERFORMED BY DANNY AND LAURAA man and a woman who had never met before,
but who were both married to other people,
found themselves assigned to the same sleeping room on a trans-continental train.
Though initially embarrassed and uneasy over sharing a room,
they were both very tired and fell asleep quickly, he in the upper berth and she in the lower.
At 1:00 AM, the man leaned down and gently woke the woman saying,.......... ‘Ma’am,
I’m sorry to bother you, but would you be willing to reach into the closet to get me a second blanket? I’m awfully cold.’
’I have a better idea,’ she replied ‘Just for tonight,...... let’s pretend that we’re married.’
’Wow!...................... That’s a great idea!’, he exclaimed.
’Good,’ she replied. .............’Get your own blanket.’
After a moment of silence, .......................he farted.
The End
Also from this morning’s show.......WHEN HE SAYS.........................HE REALLY MEANS......He says.... "Let’s take your car.“
He means....”Mine is full of beer cans, burger wrappers and completely out of gas.”
He says.....“Can I help with dinner?“
He means...”Why isn’t it already on the table?”
He says.....“Have you lost weight?“
He means.....”I've just spent $200 on a cordless drill.”
He says.....“I’m getting more exercise lately.“
He means.....”The batteries in the remote are dead.”
He says....."Hey, I’ve read all the classics.“
He means.....Hey, I’ve been subscribing to Playboy since 1972.”
He says.....“I was listening to you. It’s just that I have things on my mind.“
He means.....”I was wondering if that red-head over there is wearing a bra.”
He says.....“Take a break, honey, you’re working too hard.“
He means.....”I can’t hear the game over the vacuum cleaner.”
He says.....“It’s a really good movie.“
He means.....”It's got guns, knives, fast cars, and Heather Locklear.”
He says.....“Will you marry me?”
He means.....Both my roommates have moved out, I can’t find the washer, and there is no more
peanut butter.”
He says.....“I was just thinking about you, and got you these roses.“”
He means.....”The girl selling them on the corner was a real babe.”
He says....."This relationship is getting too serious.“
He means.....”I like you more than my truck.”
Talk to you tomorrow!
