Here are some side effects of combining bananas with milk, as revealed by nutritionist Dr. Archana Batra.
1. May be harmful to the heart and liver
Bananas with cow's milk are considered an incompatible combination as it can be harmful to the body, especially the heart and liver, according to a study published in the Journal of Ayurveda and Integrative Medicine in 2021.
2. May lead to weight gain
Bananas and milk are high in calories. 100 grams of ripe bananas contain 85 calories, while 100 grams of whole milk contains 61 calories. Therefore, they can cause weight gain if consumed in excess.
3. Stomach problems
Cow's milk contains lactose, which can lead to various problems like diarrhea, nausea, abdominal pain in people who are lactose intolerant, as they cannot fully digest the sugar or lactose present in milk.