Evidence-based nutrition, in plain English — every entry sourced from clinical research.

FOOD PROFILE

Banana

89kcalCalories
1.1gProtein
22.8gCarbs
0.3gFat
2.6gFiber

The original portable energy bar. Bananas pair quick-release carbohydrate with potassium and B6, and slightly green bananas add resistant starch that feeds beneficial gut bacteria.

Banana Nutrition

What the research says

New England Journal of Medicine · 1997 · Randomized controlled feeding trial

A Clinical Trial of the Effects of Dietary Patterns on Blood Pressure (DASH)

A diet rich in fruits, vegetables and low-fat dairy lowered systolic blood pressure by 5.5 mmHg versus a typical American diet — comparable to single-drug therapy.

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Banana health benefits
Nutrition Facts
Per 100 g, edible portion · values per 100 g
Calories 89
Total Fat 0.3 g
Saturated Fat 0.1 g
Sodium 1 mg
Potassium 358 mg
Total Carbohydrate 22.8 g
Dietary Fiber 2.6 g
Total Sugars 12.2 g
Protein 1.1 g
Vitamin B6, vitamin C, potassium
Glycemic index: 51
Source: USDA FoodData Central (approx.)