BANANA: Nutritional Profiles and Health Benefits

A Peeled Banana and a Bunch of Unpeeled BananasThe banana is a tropical fruit with a long body covered in a yellow skin.

It’s a very common fruit and—despite needing a hot climate—it’s available in most countries.

Since bananas have a very sweet taste, dessert recipes often use them.

In particular, banana splits, banana milk, and banana bread are some of the most popular options.

Due to their accessibility and inexpensive price, bananas are one of the most popular types of fruit in the world.

One medium banana has the following nutrient profile;

  • Calories: 105 kcal
  • Carbohydrate: 27.0 g
  • Fiber: 3.1 g
  • Sugar: 14.4 g
  • Fat: 0.4 g
  • Protein: 1.3 g
  • Vitamin B6: 22% RDA
  • Vitamin C: 17% RDA
  • Manganese: 16% RDA
  • Potassium: 12% RDA
  • Magnesium: 8% RDA

See here for a full guide to the nutritional benefits of bananas.