Fruits · SOURCE-BASED NUTRITION
Banana nutrition facts
Raw
An edible tropical fruit. Ripeness changes texture, flavor, and carbohydrate profile.
NUTRITION OVERVIEW
About Banana nutrition
Banana is a fruits food. It provides nutrients including Energy, Protein, Carbohydrate. Foodmanac shows calories, protein, carbohydrates, fats, vitamins and minerals based on verified nutrition data per 100 g.
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MEASURED VALUES
Key nutrition facts
For 100 g
COMPLETE PROFILE
All available nutrients
| Nutrient | Amount | % Daily Value |
|---|---|---|
| Energy | 89 kcal | — |
| Protein | 1.09 g | 2.2% |
| Carbohydrate | 22.8 g | 8.3% |
| Total fat | 0.33 g | 0.4% |
| Dietary fiber | 2.6 g | 9.3% |
| Total sugars | 12.2 g | — |
| Potassium | 358 mg | 7.6% |
| Vitamin C | 8.7 mg | 9.7% |
MEASURED NUTRIENT ROLES
Top nutrients that support the body
For 100 g, the strongest Daily Value contributions among nutrients available in this record are Vitamin C (9.7% DV), Dietary fiber (9.3% DV) and Potassium (7.6% DV). The cards explain the normal roles of those nutrients, not a treatment effect of the food.
Vitamin C: collagen and antioxidant function
This amount provides 8.7 mg. Vitamin C acts as an antioxidant and supports collagen production, immune function and absorption of nonheme iron. This describes the nutrient’s normal role, not disease prevention or treatment.
Read the NIH/FDA nutrient referenceDietary fiber: digestion and fullness
This amount provides 2.6 g. Dietary fiber supports digestion, adds bulk to stool, and can help with fullness. This describes the nutrient’s normal role, not disease prevention or treatment.
Read the NIH/FDA nutrient referencePotassium: fluid balance and muscles
This amount provides 358 mg. Potassium supports normal cell function, fluid balance, nerve transmission and muscle contraction. This describes the nutrient’s normal role, not disease prevention or treatment.
Read the NIH/FDA nutrient referenceMEASURED CONTRIBUTIONS AND REVIEWED RECORDS
Food-specific benefits & evidence
Contributes Vitamin C
This amount provides 8.7 mg. Vitamin C acts as an antioxidant and supports collagen production, immune function and absorption of nonheme iron. This is a measured nutrient contribution, not proof that the food prevents or treats disease.
Read the nutrient referenceEVERYDAY USE
Best time & practical use
TimingThere is no established universal best time. It can be eaten alone or as part of a meal.
Practical usePeel before eating. Useful in smoothies, oats, yogurt, and baked recipes.
SeasonAvailable year-round in many markets
TRANSPARENCY
Food data sources
- FoodData CentralU.S. Department of Agriculture, Agricultural Research Service
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