Are Bananas Good for You Radiation Concerns Addressed
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Bananas contain naturally occurring, albeit tiny, amounts of the radioactive isotope Potassium-40 ($^{40}K$). However, this trace amount poses no health risk, and understanding the science reveals that bananas are indeed a highly beneficial part of a nutritious diet, even for those with specific health concerns like managing the side effects of radiation therapy.
