Practical, economical, delicious, and filling, the banana has it all. Here’s how to eat it to enjoy its benefits.
From breakfast to dinner, including mid-morning snacks and afternoon treats, bananas are a popular choice. They’re the most practical and adaptable fruit, satisfying all tastes. Enjoyed on their own on the go, in a smoothie in the sun, as porridge in winter, or in a healthy banana bread, everyone has their favorite easy-to-prepare indulgence. But can we really eat them every day, and several times a day, to reap the benefits of this fruit? It’s true that bananas are high in sugar: a 100g raw yellow banana provides approximately 90 calories, 19g of carbohydrates, 15g of sugar, and 3g of fiber. While they are a good source of carbohydrates for energy production, they are digested more quickly than protein or fiber. Therefore, it’s essential to pair bananas with a balanced and healthy snack to avoid blood sugar spikes, advises Shavonne Morrison, a registered dietitian, in the media outlet Eatingwell. Prepared with oat flakes (rich in fiber) and cottage cheese (rich in protein), the banana is an asset for health and fitness.
