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NeutralScore: 4/10
Banana
4/10
Inflammation
Neutral
Category
1 medium banana (118g)
Serving size
6
Key nutrients
Anti-InflammatoryInflammatory
Bananas are a convenient, portable fruit rich in potassium and vitamin B6. They have a neutral inflammatory profile — not harmful, but not as anti-inflammatory as berries.
Quick facts
- Inflammation
- 4/10
- Category
- Neutral
- Serving size
- 1 medium banana (118g)
Key nutrients
PotassiumVitamin B6Vitamin CManganeseFiberMagnesium
Tips
Slightly green bananas have more resistant starch (prebiotic). Freeze overripe bananas for smoothies. Pair with nut butter for balanced blood sugar response.
Benefits
- Excellent source of potassium
- Good source of vitamin B6
- Natural prebiotic fiber (especially when slightly green)
- Quick energy source for exercise
- Contains tryptophan for mood support
Concerns
- Higher glycemic index than other fruits
- Sugar content increases as they ripen
- May cause issues for those with latex allergy
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