Bananas are one of the world’s most popular fruits, valued for their convenience, natural sweetness, and impressive potassium content. They provide quick, sustained energy along with important B vitam
Nutrition Facts
Serving Size: 1 medium (118g)
Calories: 105
Calories: 105
Fiber: 3.1g
Sugar: 14.4g
Protein: 1.3g
Fat: 0.4g
Key Nutrients
Potassium, Vitamin B6, Vitamin C
Key Vitamins
Vitamin B6 (25% DV), Vitamin C (17% DV), Riboflavin, Folate
Tells you how big that rise actually is once portion size is factored in.
Example:
Watermelon has a high GI (it digests quickly) but a low GL because a normal serving doesn’t contain many carbs so the actual blood-sugar impact is small.
Why it matters:
Understanding both GI and GL gives you a clearer picture of how foods affect your blood sugar both the speed of the rise and the true impact based on the portion you eat.