Bananas are a popular go-to snack. They’re delicious, convenient and accessible but have also been the subject of controversy from time to time. Are they worthy of praise for being a good source of potassium—or deserving of criticism for having too much sugar? Is it healthy to eat them daily? If so, how many?
In this article, we’ll explore the evidence surrounding the health benefits of bananas and determine whether or not they should be part of a healthy diet. To start, let’s look at the nutrition information for bananas.
Banana Nutrition
According to the USDA, one medium banana contains: