Few know it, but the color of the banana totally changes its effect on the body.
Green or barely yellow banana
- Contains resistant starch
- Feeds good bacteria in the gut
- Controls blood sugar
- Helps to lose fat
Yellow banana
- Perfect balance between energy and fiber
- Ideal for most people
Very ripe banana
- Almost pure sugar
- Spikes glucose
- Promotes fatigue and weight gain
It’s not bad… but it should not be eaten alone or as the first meal of the day.
Why You Should Never Eat Banana Alone
When you eat banana without anything else:
- Sugar goes straight into the bloodstream
- The pancreas releases a lot of insulin
- Blocks fat burning
- Premature hunger is created
That is why the right thing to do is always to combine it.
The Right Way to Eat Banana
The banana should be accompanied by:
- Protein
- Healthy Fat
- Or fiber
This slows down the absorption of sugar and makes it a powerful food, not a problem.
Ideal examples:
- Peanut butter banana
- Banana with natural yogurt
- Banana with nuts
- Banana with chia seeds
- Banana in a smoothie with protein
Like this:
- Sugar doesn’t rise all at once
- Gives stable power
- Does not generate anxiety
- Protects metabolism
Key tips for making the most of bananas
- Never eat it alone if it is very ripe
- Avoid eating it on an empty stomach
- Prefer yellow banana, not brown
- Combine with protein or fat
- Don’t use it as a daily “dessert”
- If you have insulin resistance, eat it in small portions
- If you want to lose weight, choose less ripe bananas
