How Many Calories Are In A Banana?

Nutrition Facts
Serving Size 1 medium banana
Calories 105	(439kJ)
Amount Per Serving	% Daily
Total Fat 0.4g	1%
Saturated Fat 0.1g	1%
Trans Fat 0g	0%
Cholesterol 0g	0%
Sodium 1mg	<0.1%
Total Carbohydrate 26.9g	9%
Dietary Fiber 3.1g	12%
Sugars 14.4g
Protein 1.3g	0%
Calcium	<1%
Potassium 422.4mg	0%

Nutrition Facts

Serving Size 1 medium banana

Calories 105

(439kJ)

Amount Per Serving

% Daily

Total Fat 0.4g

Saturated Fat 0.1g

Trans Fat 0g

Cholesterol 0g

Sodium 1mg

<0.1%

Total Carbohydrate 26.9g

Dietary Fiber 3.1g

12%

Sugars 14.4g

Protein 1.3g

Calcium

<1%

Potassium 422.4mg

One of the most commonly consumed fruits on the market is the banana. Available almost everywhere and very cost effective to purchase, you really can’t go wrong with this food pick. The great news is that it offers a powerful nutrient punch as well so whether you have it as part of your breakfast or a quick mid-afternoon snack, the banana deserves a place in your diet.

Major Nutrients Found In A Banana

Often known to be a potassium powerhouse, the nutrient that the banana is actually highest in is vitamin B6. At just under 35% of your daily recommended intake, it’s an easy way to meet your requirements. Other nutrients that you’ll find in this sweet fruit include vitamin C, potassium, and manganese.

All of these nutrients are going to work together to help prevent cardiovascular disease, reduce your chances of developing an ulcer, improve your bowel movements due to the type of fiber they contain, and promote good kidney functioning.

Best of all, they make for a really quick source of energy that tends to be easy on the stomach before exercise.

Storing/Selecting

You always want to look for a banana that’s a medium to bright yellow color and is free from brown spots. The more yellow in color the banana, the sweeter tasting it will be and the more influence it will have over your blood sugar levels.

Bananas that are green will ripen sitting on the open counter top in your home however if you prefer for them to not ripen any further, should be stored in the fridge.

Eat It With:

Bananas taste great eaten in a number of different ways. If you choose to not eat them on their own, consider smearing them with some peanut butter, slicing one over your morning bowl of cereal, adding them to any muffins that you’re baking, or tossing one into your protein smoothie.

Bananas also freeze very well so consider using a frozen one in your smoothies for increased thickness and milkshake-like consistency.