Bananas are a rich source of carbohydrates, mainly starch in unripe bananas and sugars in ripe bananas. The carbohydrate composition of bananas changes drastically during ripening. The main component of unripe bananas is starch. Green bananas contain up to 70-80% starch, on a dry weight basis.
Chlorine Levels May Pose Risks to Swimmers, People With Asthma. From the WebMD Archives. June 11, 2004 -- Chlorine levels commonly found in homes and public pools may lead to breathing problems in swimmers, regardless of their history of such problems, researchers say.
Risks. Although research seems to provide strong support for the use of medical marijuana in treating asthma, it is important to note that there are still a number of risks. For instance, studies involving inhaler-delivered THC show that higher doses can cause bronchoconstriction in patients with asthma.