One serving, or one medium ripe banana, provides about 110 calories, 0 gram of fat, 1 gram of protein, 28 grams of carbohydrate, 15 grams of sugar (naturally occurring), 3 grams of fiber, and 450 mg of potassium.
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Compared to the apple, the banana is relative in terms of nutrients. However, the average banana has more calories, carbs and protein than an apple while the average apple has more fiber and sugar.
Underripe stage: The banana has the highest resistant starch
Barely ripe stage: The banana is high in fiber and low in sugar
Ripe stage: The banana is high in antioxidants and fiber
Very ripe stage: The banana is lower in vitamin and minerals
Ovverripe stage: The banana has the highest sugar and lowest fiber
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