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Potassium-rich energy fruit
CALORIES
GI
POTASSIUM
FIBER
Selected: 100 g
89
KCAL / 100G
Carbs
22.8g
· 93%
Protein
1.1g
· 4%
Fat
0.3g
· 3%
Fiber
2.6g
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
GLYCEMIC INDEX
GLYCEMIC LOAD
Accounts for portion size — a more realistic measure than GI alone.
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 1.7:1
Below the ideal 4:1 — a good omega balance.
It is usually ready to eat when the peel is yellow and develops a few brown speckles. A firmer, less sweet banana is best eaten earlier, while a softer one will taste sweeter.
An under-ripe banana contains more noticeable starch, which can make it taste firmer, less sweet, and mildly astringent. Letting it ripen at room temperature for a few days improves sweetness and texture.
Keep them at room temperature until they reach the ripeness you like. Refrigeration can then slow further ripening; the peel may darken, but the flesh is often still good to eat.
Yes. Peel and slice them before freezing in an airtight container or bag for smoothies, blended frozen desserts, or baking. They become soft after thawing, so they are not ideal if you want fresh banana texture.
Yes. Apples, pears, and some other fruits release ethylene gas, which speeds banana ripening. Store them separately if you want the bananas to last longer.
Before exercise, it can be a convenient, easily digested carbohydrate snack. After training, pair it with a protein-containing food such as yogurt, milk, kefir, or soy yogurt for a more balanced recovery snack.
Eating a banana at night does not by itself cause weight gain; overall food intake and eating patterns matter more. It can be a practical alternative to sweets when paired with a filling food such as yogurt or nut butter.
A ripe banana may support regular digestion because it provides fiber and has a soft texture. Less-ripe bananas can feel more binding for some people, and individual digestive responses vary.
Prata bananas are often smaller, plumper, and perceived as less sweet than the common Cavendish type. Their flavor, texture, and ripening behavior differ somewhat, but they can usually be used interchangeably in recipes.
People who have been told to limit potassium because of kidney disease should discuss suitable portions with their clinician or dietitian. Some people with latex allergy may also experience oral itching or other cross-reactions to banana.
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Nutrition data compiled from USDA FoodData Central and scientific sources.