Diabetes
Information, Symptoms, Treatments and Resources
What About Bananas?
Are bananas OK to eat if you have diabetes? Get the facts here.
Serving size: 1 medium banana, 7” to 7 â " long (118 g)
Carbs: 27 g
Calories: 105
Glycemic index: 47, low
Glycemic load: 11, medium
Bananas are a fruit, so they must do a body good, right? Unfortunately, it’s a little more complicated than that. Good and bad, bananas do it big. Although chock-full of fiber, potassium and vitamin C, they’re also relatively high in sugar (one average-sized banana has 14 grams of sugar — that’s nearly three times as much as a cup of raspberries!). The good news: If you’re bananas for bananas, you don’t have to go without. Eat small portions sparingly and as part of a balanced, healthy meal, like sliced on whole-wheat toast with almond butter.
Quick tip: Shop for smaller bananas so you can more easily enjoy them in moderation. And pair them with foods rich in fiber and protein.
Published on January 16, 2015.
— by Katie Lewin and Katherine Solem
Sources
| Explore More In Our Hep C Learning Center |
 What Is Hepatitis C? Learn about this treatable virus. |
 Diagnosing Hepatitis C Getting tested for this viral infection. |
 Just Diagnosed? Here’s What’s Next 3 key steps to getting on treatment. |
 Understanding Hepatitis C Treatment 4 steps to getting on therapy. |
 Your Guide to Hep C Treatments What you need to know about Hep C drugs. |
 Managing Side Effects of Treatment How the drugs might affect you. |
 Making Hep C Treatment a Success These tips may up your chances of a cure. |
