Fruits / Tropical Fruits
Banana, latundan
PhilFCT
Macronutrients
Nutrition Facts
| Serving Size: 100g | |
| Edible Portion: 73% |
| Calories | 105kcal / 2530kcal (4%) |
Macronutrients
Protein | 1.2 g/ 71g (1%) | ||||||
Total Fat | 0.3 g/ 42g (0.71%) low | ||||||
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Total Carbs | 24.4 g/ 348g (7%) | ||||||
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Vitamins
Vit A | 0 mcg RAE/ 700mcg RAE (0%) |
Vit B1 | 0.02 mg/ 1mg (1%) |
Vit B2 | 0.06 mg/ 1mg (4%) |
Vit B3 | 0.6 mg NE/ 16mg NE (3%) |
Vit C | 21 mg/ 70mg (30%) source |
Minerals
Calcium | 17 mg/ 750mg (2%) |
Phosphorus | 34 mg/ 700mg (4%) |
Iron | 0.7 mg/ 12mg (5%) |
Sodium | 3 mg/ 1500mg (0.2%) free |
What is this food?
Latundan banana (banana), a sweet, starchy fruit. For every 100g, it provides about 105 kcal and around 24.4g carbohydrates, with 2.8g dietary fiber and 13g sugar.
Why it matters to health
Banana helps give you quick energy for your day and supports digestion because of its fiber (2.8g per 100g). It also has natural sugars (13g per 100g), so it’s a good choice for snacks or as part of meals, especially when paired with protein or healthy fats to keep you fuller. Since it’s low in fat (0.3g) and sodium (3mg), it’s generally heart-friendly. Still, portion matters because the carbs and sugars add up—especially if you’re having it alongside other sweet or starchy foods in the same meal or snack.
Healthier tips
- Use it as a snack or as part of breakfast: aim for about 1 small to 1 medium banana, depending on your daily needs.
- Pair it with protein (e.g., plain yogurt, milk, boiled egg, or peanut butter) to improve fullness.
- If you’re also eating rice/bread/cookies, keep the banana portion smaller that day to balance your total carbs.
- For a more filling snack, combine banana with oats or nuts, or make it into a smoothie with less added sugar.
Common Filipino dishes
Turon, Banana cue, Maruya, Saba con yelo, Ginataang bilo-bilo
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