Green bananas (or nearly ripe bananas) contain less sugar and more resistant starch than ripe bananas. Resistant starch in green bananas has the same function as fiber, slowing down the digestion of carbohydrates and preventing blood sugar spikes.
Resistant starch is an indigestible carbohydrate in the small intestine and has many health benefits, such as improving gut health, increasing satiety after meals, lowering cholesterol and improving insulin sensitivity.
Combine bananas with foods rich in protein and fat to slow down the body's digestion and absorption of sugar. We can add bananas to smoothies containing chia seeds or flax seeds, make peanut butter oatmeal cake with chocolate for breakfast or eat a handful of nuts with the banana.
Eat smaller bananas to reduce blood sugar levels. Choose slightly green bananas. Then, combine them with protein and fat sources, such as peanut butter or boiled eggs, for a healthy and satisfying breakfast, helping to stabilize blood sugar levels.
