Macro Breakdown
Glycemic Impact
| Glycemic Index | 51 (Low) |
| Glycemic Load | 12 |
| Insulin Index | 59 |
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🧬 How Bananas Affects Your Health
Testosterone 1% DV
Zinc (undefined% DV) supports testosterone production. It's a cofactor for 5α-reductase and inhibits aromatase.
Cortisol & Stress 6% DV
Magnesium (undefined% DV) calms the nervous system. It blocks NMDA receptors and reduces stress-induced cortisol spikes.
Cortisol 22% DV
Vitamin B6 (undefined% DV) helps produce serotonin and GABA — calming neurotransmitters that counter cortisol.
Thyroid 2% DV
Selenium (undefined% DV) converts T4 to active T3. Essential for thyroid function.
Insomnia
magnesium + vitamin b6. Tryptophan→serotonin→melatonin. Magnesium calms NMDA receptors. B6 is cofactor for serotonin synthes.
Anemia
vitamin c + folate. Iron-deficiency is the most common nutritional deficiency. Vitamin C increases non-heme iron absorpt.
Magnesium 6% DV
6% DV. Calms nerves, relaxes muscles, supports sleep.
Potassium 8% DV
8% DV. Blood pressure regulation, prevents muscle cramps.
Complete Nutrient Profile
| Nutrient | Amount / 100g | % Daily Value |
|---|---|---|
| Energy Kcal | 371.0 kJ | — |
| Protein | 1.1 g | 2% DV |
| Total Fat | 0.3 g | — |
| Carbohydrate | 22.8 g | 8% DV |
| Fiber | 2.6 g | 9% DV |
| Sugar | 12.2 g | 24% DV |
| Sodium | 1.0 mg | — |
| Calcium | 5.0 mg | — |
| Iron | 0.3 mg | 1% DV |
| Magnesium | 27.0 mg | 6% DV |
| Phosphorus | 22.0 mg | 2% DV |
| Potassium | 358.0 mg | 8% DV |
| Zinc | 0.1 mg | 1% DV |
| Vitamin C | 8.7 mg | 10% DV |
| Vitamin B6 | 0.4 mg | 22% DV |
| Folate | 20.0 µg | 5% DV |
| Vitamin A | 3.0 µg | — |
| Vitamin E | 0.1 mg | 1% DV |
| Selenium | 1.0 µg | 2% DV |
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