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Potassium and fiber source, imported banana is typically sweet and nutritious.
In season: Spring · Summer · Autumn · Winter
CALORIES
GI
POTASSIUM
FIBER
1 piece (medium) of Imported banana (120 g) has 107 calories. That works out to 89 calories per 100 g. It contains 27.4 g of carbs, 1.3 g of protein, 0.4 g of fat and 3.1 g of fiber. Its 0.4 mg of B6 covers 26% of the Daily Value. Its glycemic index is 51 (medium), so it raises blood sugar at a moderate pace.
An imported banana is a familiar tropical fruit brought to market from banana-growing regions abroad. It is usually harvested while still green so it can travel, then ripened before sale; size and sweetness vary by variety and ripeness.
When ripe, its flesh is soft, sweet and easy to eat on the go. People enjoy it as a quick snack or add it to porridge, smoothies, yoghurt and fruit salads. It provides fibre, with 89 calories per 100 g. Pair one with plain yoghurt or nuts for a more filling snack, or use a very ripe banana to sweeten porridge without adding much else.
Selected: 100 g
89
KCAL / 100G
Carbs
22.8g
· 8% DV
Protein
1.1g
· 2% DV
Fat
0.3g
· 0% DV
Fiber
2.6g
· 9% DV
DV is the share of the daily value covered, on a 2,000 kcal reference diet.
Calories come from: Carbs 93% · Protein 4% · Fat 3%
Vitamins
B6
0.37mg · 22% DV
Vitamin C
8.7mg · 10% DV
B5
0.33mg · 7% DV
B2
0.07mg · 5% DV
Minerals
Potassium ⭐
358mg · 11% DV
Magnesium
27mg · 6% DV
Phosphorus
22mg · 3% DV
Selenium
1µg · 2% DV
High
How many vitamins, minerals and how much fiber this food carries per calorie. A high score means a lot of nutrition for few calories.
Medium
An EatBetter score computed from fiber, protein and calorie density. A high score means staying full longer on the same calories.
Both scores are calculated per 100 g and do not change with the selected portion. The satiety score is EatBetter's own calculation, not a clinical measure.
GLYCEMIC INDEX
GLYCEMIC LOAD
Accounts for portion size — a more realistic measure than GI alone.
To burn the 89 calories in 100 g:
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Times are calculated with the MET equation for a 70 kg adult. Actual burn varies with your weight, age and pace.
NOVA 1
Unprocessed
1. Unprocessed
2. Minimally Processed
3. Processed
4. Ultra-Processed
NOVA classifies foods into 4 groups by industrial processing. NOVA 1 (unprocessed) is the healthiest.
No known major allergens
Vegan
✓ Suitable
Vegetarian
✓ Suitable
Gluten-Free
✓ Suitable
Dairy-Free
— Not suitable
Mediterranean
✓ Suitable
Paleo
✓ Suitable
Whole30
— Not suitable
DASH
— Not suitable
Keto
— Not suitable
Low FODMAP
— Not suitable
SATURATED
0.11g
MONOUNSATURATED
0.03g
POLYUNSATURATED
0.07g
Omega 6:3 ratio 3:1
Below the ideal 4:1 — a good omega balance.
Sometimes, imported bananas may receive approved post-harvest treatments to limit mould during long transport. Rules vary by country, and the peel is not eaten; wash the banana before peeling to reduce the chance of transferring surface residue or dirt.
Yes, imported bananas are usually harvested green so they can withstand shipping without becoming overripe. They are commonly ripened under controlled conditions before reaching shops, which is why the peel may still look green at home.
Put the imported banana in a paper bag at room temperature to speed ripening. Adding an apple can help because it releases ethylene, a natural ripening gas; avoid refrigerating a green banana, since cold slows the process.
Keep green imported bananas at room temperature until ripe, away from direct heat. Once ripe, refrigerate them to slow further softening; the peel may darken, but the fruit inside can remain good to eat.
Yes, rinse an imported banana under running water and dry it before peeling. This helps prevent dirt or residue on the peel from being transferred to the fruit by your fingers or a knife.
Yes, you can freeze an imported banana with its peel on, but peeling it first is more convenient. Freeze peeled whole bananas or slices in a sealed container; thawed fruit becomes soft and works best in smoothies or baking.
No, imported bananas are usually sweet bananas eaten fresh, while plantains are starchier and are commonly cooked before eating. Their shapes can look similar, but plantains are generally less sweet and are used more like a cooking ingredient.
Yes, many people with diabetes can include imported bananas in a planned portion. A ripe banana may raise blood glucose, so pairing it with a meal or protein-rich food can help; ask your clinician for advice tailored to your treatment.
No, an imported banana does not cause weight gain on its own. Weight changes reflect eating patterns over time; a banana can also be a filling snack, especially when eaten with yogurt or nuts.
Yes, a green imported banana is edible, but it is firmer, less sweet, and higher in resistant starch than a ripe one. Some people find it harder to digest, so let it ripen if the texture or taste bothers you.
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Nutrition data compiled from USDA FoodData Central and scientific sources.