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Banana
Also called kela, pazham, vazhapazham
A ripe banana eaten as it is. It gives quick energy and some potassium.
The short answer
Banana has about 105 kcal in a regular serving (1 medium banana, about 100 g), with 1.2 g of protein and 1.9 g of fibre. It rates 3.5/5 (good fit) for weight management: it is low in calories for its weight and a regular serving is a modest portion, but it is low in protein for its calories.
Reviewed by Deepu Oommen on 22 Oct 2026 · How we review
- Calories per serving
- 105 kcal
- 1 medium banana (about 100 g)
- For weight management
- 3.5 / 5Rated 3.5 out of 5. Good fit for weight management
- Protein and fibre
- 1.2 g · 1.9 g
- per serving
- Brisk walking
- About 20 min
- uses similar energy (70 kg adult)
Banana nutrition
| Nutrient | Per serving (1 medium banana, about 100 g) | Per 100 g |
|---|---|---|
| Energy | 105 kcal | 105 kcal |
| Protein | 1.2 g | 1.23 g |
| Carbohydrate | 23.6 g | 23.63 g |
| Fat | 0.3 g | 0.33 g |
| Fibre | 1.9 g | 1.94 g |
IFCT 2017 (ICMR-NIN), E012 Banana, ripe, robusta (Musa x paradisiaca). Source: IFCT 2017, National Institute of Nutrition (ICMR), 2017. Home and restaurant versions vary with the oil, rice and portion used.
Is banana good for weight management?
It rates 3.5/5, a good fit, because it is low in calories for its weight and a regular serving is a modest portion, but it is low in protein for its calories.
- Calories per gram (35% of the rating)1.05 kcal · 87/100
- Protein per 100 kcal (25% of the rating)1.2 g · 12/100
- Fibre per 100 kcal (20% of the rating)1.8 g · 61/100
- Portion (20% of the rating)105 of 200 kcal (snack) · 97/100
Each part is scored against fixed limits, then weighted. A higher rating does not mean a food causes weight loss. How the rating works
Lighter ways to have banana
- Have it with a handful of nuts or a katori of curd to stay full longer
- Choose a firm, just-ripe banana rather than a very soft one
- Keep to one medium banana at a time
- Skip banana shakes with added sugar or ice cream
Common questions about banana
How many calories are in banana?
About 105 kcal in 1 medium banana, about 100 g, or 105 kcal per 100 g.
Is banana good for weight management?
It rates 3.5/5, a good fit: it is low in calories for its weight and a regular serving is a modest portion, but it is low in protein for its calories. See the lighter ways to have it on this page.
How much protein is in banana?
About 1.2 g in 1 medium banana, about 100 g, which is 1.2 g for every 100 kcal.
How much walking uses the energy in banana?
About 20 min of brisk walking for a 70 kg adult uses similar energy to one regular serving.
Is banana good for weight management?
A medium banana has about 105 kcal and some fibre, so one fits a weight management plan when it replaces a sweet snack, not when it is added on top.
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Information, not medical advice. Values are estimates for a typical recipe. Found an error? Tell us.