If bananas are your favorite fruit and you're eating them by the bunches, then you should know what to watch out for. And if not, then read on!

Bananas can be a healthy choice when eaten in moderation, but they should never replace more nutritious foods in your diet. Bananas contain potassium which can promote bone health and reduce the risk of heart attacks; however, exceeding your daily recommended intake of bananas (12 ounces) has shown to have undesirable side effects on digestion such as constipation, cramping or diarrhea. If this sounds like something that might happen to you after bingeing on bananas, consider bringing fiber-rich foods into your diet and spreading out how many bananas you eat each day.

Fiber helps to make a person feel full longer, which could help you from over-indulging and avoid unwanted side effects from eating too many bananas. Fiber also helps your body digest food properly and allows it to pass through the digestive tract more quickly. This is why bananas have a laxative effect for some people. If you're eating healthy amounts of fiber, you shouldn't feel the urge to "go" all day!

Side Effects of Eating Too Many Bananas:

Constipation | Diarrhea | Bloating | Gas | Cramping

Bananas are also rich in carbohydrates and sugars, which can be tempting to consume in large amounts. Bananas can make you feel tired and even hungry, but consuming too much bananas may also cause an upset stomach as well. This is because bananas are a high-carb food and carbohydrates can cause digestive issues in some people. Bananas are also high in sugar, so if you eat too many bananas you're at risk of developing insulin resistance, which may lead to diabetes. A study published in the International Journal of Obesity uggested that obesity rates have risen as a result of the use of processed foods rather than the consumption of whole fruits and vegetables; this is why it's important to choose healthier snacks over sugary foods when trying to control your weight.

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