Bananas contain a radioactive element. Scientists from Beijing University of Aeronautics and Astronautics Zhang Xiaotian and Liao Jie discussed this in an article for WeChat.
Experts have found that in addition to regular potassium, bananas contain its isotope & mdash; potassium-40, a source of ionizing radiation. However, there is very little of it in the fruits.
“ The radiation dose received from eating a banana is approximately 0.0778 microsievert. This is & # 39; negligible & # 39 ;, & ndash; the scientists explained, adding that a CT scan of the chest for this indicator is equivalent to 70,000 bananas.
Previously, the nutritionist spoke about the risks of excessive consumption of apples. Fruits, among other substances, contain many organic acids that speed up metabolism. But in addition to the benefits, they can lead to some unpleasant sensations when it comes to people with high acidity.