Potassium, energy, and gut-friendly
Bananas are an ideal fast energy source. High in potassium for blood pressure and resistant starch (when slightly green) for gut health.
Approximate values — varies by variety, season, and preparation method.
Each condition below has a complete food-based healing plan. Banana fits into the eat-list of these conditions.
Eat ripe for sweetness, slightly green for resistant starch. Pre-workout snack. Blend into smoothies. Mash with eggs for pancakes.
Can constipate when very green or unripe in large amounts. Higher GI when very ripe — diabetics should choose firm bananas.
Nutrition figures on this page come from standard food composition data. These links let you check the numbers and read the underlying research yourself rather than taking our word for it.