Bananas are among the world’s most widely enjoyed fruits, valued for their sweetness, convenience, and versatility. However, few realise that a banana’s nutritional profile changes significantly with ripeness. As bananas transition from firm green to soft and speckled brown, their starches convert into sugars, altering both taste and health benefits. Each stage provides unique advantages: green bananas support gut health and blood sugar control through resistant starch, slightly green ones offer the best balance of fibre and potassium, while ripe and brown-spotted bananas deliver more antioxidants and quick energy. Understanding these ripeness stages helps you choose the banana that best suits your nutritional needs, whether you prioritise digestion, steady energy, or sweetness. As b

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