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High in carbohydrates and energy
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CALORIES · 100 G
GI
POTASSIUM · 100 G
FIBER · 100 G
1 serving (medium) of Sugared dried banana (40 g) has 138 calories. That works out to 346 calories per 100 g. It contains 35.3 g of carbs, 1.6 g of protein, 0.2 g of fat and 4 g of fiber. Its 0.4 mg of Manganese covers 18% of the Daily Value. Its glycemic index is 65 (high), so it raises blood sugar quickly.
Selected: 1 serving (medium) · 40 g
138
KCAL / 40G
Carbs
35.3g
· 13% DV
Protein
1.6g
· 3% DV
Fat
0.2g
· 0% DV
Fiber
4g
· 14% DV
DV is the share of the daily value covered, on a 2,000 kcal reference diet.
Calories come from: Carbs 95% · Protein 4% · Fat 1%
| Nutrient | Amount | % DV |
|---|---|---|
| Calories | 138 kcal | |
| Total fat | 0.2 g | 0% |
| Saturated fat | 0.07 g | 0% |
| Trans fat | 0 g | |
| Sodium | 2.8 mg | 0% |
| Total carbohydrate | 35.3 g | 13% |
| Fiber | 4 g | 14% |
| Protein | 1.6 g | 3% |
Calories: Calories measure energy. Average daily need is 2,000 kcal. Excess calories are stored as fat, too few cause weight loss.
Carbs: Your body's primary energy source. The brain runs exclusively on carbs. Daily need: 275g.
Protein: Essential for muscle repair and cell growth. Daily need: 50g. Keeps you full and boosts metabolism.
Fat: Needed for hormone production and vitamin absorption. Daily need: 78g. Limit saturated fats, choose unsaturated.
Fiber: Critical for digestive health and satiety. Daily need: 28g. Stabilizes blood sugar, lowers cholesterol.
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| Serving | Amount | Calories |
|---|---|---|
| 1 serving (medium) | 40 g | 138 kcal |
| 1 piece (mini) | 10 g | 35 kcal |
| 3 piece (small) | 25 g | 87 kcal |
| 5 piece (medium) | 40 g | 138 kcal |
| 8 piece (large) | 60 g | 208 kcal |
| 1 cup (chopped) | 75 g | 260 kcal |
| 100 g | 100 g | 346 kcal |
| 1 pack (small) | 100 g | 346 kcal |
Calculated from 346 calories per 100 g.
Sugared dried banana is banana that has been dried, with sugar added or used as a coating in many versions. It is sold as a sweet, shelf-stable snack and is usually chewier than fresh banana.
No, not always. Sugared dried banana is commonly dried until chewy, while banana chips are often thin slices fried until crisp. Check the product description, since some banana chips are also dried or sweetened.
Often, yes, but recipes vary. Some products have sugar added during processing or coating, while others rely on the banana’s own sweetness. The ingredient list tells you whether sugar has been added.
Chop sugared dried banana into small pieces and add it to muffins, cookies, trail mix or granola. Its sweetness can make the finished recipe sweeter, so taste the mixture before adding all the usual sugar.
Yes, you can briefly soak sugared dried banana in warm water to soften it for porridge or baking. Drain it well before using, and eat it soon after soaking because added moisture makes it more perishable.
Keep sugared dried banana in a tightly sealed, dry container away from heat and sunlight. Limiting its exposure to air and moisture helps preserve its texture and reduces the chance of spoilage.
A dry, crystalline white coating may be sugar that has crystallized on the surface. If the coating looks fuzzy, the banana feels damp, or it smells off, treat it as mold or spoilage and discard it.
Yes, it is lightweight and convenient to carry, and its carbohydrates provide readily available energy during a hike. Pair it with a less sweet snack, such as nuts, if you want something more sustaining.
They may be able to include a small portion, but the banana’s carbohydrates and any added sugar can raise blood glucose. A person with diabetes should follow their own meal plan and ask their clinician or dietitian about suitable portions.
It can contribute to weight gain when eaten frequently in large amounts, because drying concentrates the banana into a smaller, easy-to-overeat snack and sugar may be added. Portioning it before eating can help keep servings in check.
Vitamins
B6
0.18mg · 11% DV
B3
0.6mg · 4% DV
B1
0.04mg · 3% DV
B2
0.04mg · 3% DV
Minerals
Manganese
0.42mg · 18% DV
Potassium ⭐
596mg · 18% DV
Copper
0.13mg · 14% DV
Magnesium
43mg · 10% DV
Sodium
2.8mg · 0% DV
GLYCEMIC INDEX
GLYCEMIC LOAD
Accounts for portion size — a more realistic measure than GI alone.
To burn the 138 calories in 1 serving (medium) (40 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.
Sugared dried banana is made by drying banana pieces and sweetening them with sugar. It keeps the fruit’s familiar aroma in a chewy, concentrated form, with a noticeably sweet taste. It is commonly eaten as a snack on its own, packed for travel or a lunchbox, or added to porridge and yoghurt. In places where dried fruit is a familiar pantry staple, it also works well in homemade trail mixes; pair it with unsalted nuts or seeds for a less one-note snack. It is high in carbohydrates and energy: 100 g provides 88.3 g of carbohydrates. Because its sweetness is concentrated, a modest handful can be plenty.
Medium
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.
NOVA 3
Processed
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
0.07g
MONOUNSATURATED
0.02g
POLYUNSATURATED
0.04g
Omega 6:3 ratio 3:1
Below the ideal 4:1 — a good omega balance.
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Nutrition data compiled from USDA FoodData Central and scientific sources.