In the banana diet (or the "Morning Banana Diet"), you start your day by eating unlimited bananas with room-temperature water, eating whatever you'd like for lunch and dinner, and avoiding eating past 8 PM.

The idea is that bananas fill you up early in the morning, helping curb cravings and supporting weight loss. However, there is no scientific research behind it.

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What Happens If You Eat a Lot of Bananas?

Too much food—even a nutritious one—can lead to unintended consequences. Following a restrictive diet (of any kind) can pose several risks, especially long-term or without medical supervision.

Following the banana diet has the potential to lead to:

Bloating and constipation : The fiber and resistant starch in bananas—while beneficial for your gut—could tri

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