A Comprehensive Review on Nutrient Profile and Pharmacological Benefits of Musa Paradisiaca

The review on Musa paradisiaca (banana) highlights its extensive health benefits, supported by 191 peer-reviewed articles. Bananas are rich in minerals, vitamins, and bioactive phytochemicals, offering properties such as anti-inflammatory, anticancer, antidiabetic, and antihypertensive effects. They also promote hair growth and wound healing. The review emphasizes the need for future research on large-scale clinical trials and phytochemical standardization to maximize the therapeutic potential of bananas. The fruit's nutrient profile includes carbohydrates, dietary fiber, essential minerals, and vitamins, with significant antioxidant properties from compounds like carotenoids and flavonoids. Bananas are positioned as a promising functional food and medicinal plant, with potential applications in nutraceuticals and sustainable agriculture.