Banana
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Info
Ingredient name
Banana
Season
Year-round
Short description
Pre-workout fuel that's portable and digestible. Riper bananas are sweeter and easier on the stomach.
Nutritive type
CarbFiber
Key nutrients
PotassiumMagnesium
Calories per weight
89 kcal / 100g
Energy type
Quick→Steady
Glycemic index / glycemic impact
51 (medium)
Athletic / performance benefits
Pre-workout fuel
Taste profile
Sweet, soft
Best preparation methods
Raw, baked, frozen
Best storage method
Counter; fridge once ripe
Shelf life
5–7 days ripening
Mood & cognitive effects
EnergyCalm
Banana recipes
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