National Banana Day, 27th Aug 2019

Working for a company with ‘banana’ in the name does not mean you need to love bananas. Truth is, not all of us do. But we love what they stand for.

A simple survey with your friends or colleagues will reveal what people think about bananas; they conjure thoughts and images about freedom, travelling the world, acting ‘bananas’ and, well, a bunch of fun.

We’ve incorporated the banana into the business of team building in Brisbane. Sure, we’ve brainstormed games and products that all include bananas; “Banana Olympics, Survivanana, Escape Room: Breakout Banana …” but they just don’t stick. Keep it simple we say.

What we do know, is that team building needs fresh ideas, activities that provide freedom of expression and encourage playfulness. So if you’re looking for team building ideas or activities in Brisbane or surrounding areas – get in touch!

And don’t worry, you don’t have to love or even like bananas to give us a call.

In case you do need some reasons however, here’s some fun facts and reasons to love them.

Facts about Bananas

1. Bananas float in water because they are less dense in comparison.
2. Bananas are the number 1 selling fruit in Australia. 
3. Bananas grow on plants that are officially considered an herb.
4. The banana is actually classified as a berry.
5. Bananas may be considered a mood enhancer because it contains the amino acid, tryptophan and Vitamin B6 that helps the body produce serotonin.
6. The bananas we eat today, the Cavendish, are different from pre-1960s’ bananas, the Gros Michael, as those have been wiped out by “the panama disease.”
7. Bananas can help lower blood pressure and protect heart health due to high potassium and low salt content.
8. The inside of a banana peel can help relieve itching and inflammation, such as from bug bit or poison ivy.
9. Bananas are great pre-workout snacks because they are loaded with potassium that aids in maintaining nerve and muscle function during work outs.
10. Humans share about 50% of our DNA with bananas.

Well there you have it!  Let’s hope these come in handy at your next pub trivia night!