Fruit

green (unripe) banana

Unripe banana, firm and barely sweet, prized for its high resistant-starch content. The base of green-banana biomass, popular in Brazilian functional cooking.

Who it fits

GLP-1PCOSDiabetesLow-FODMAPAnti-inflammatoryVeganVegetarianGluten-freeLactose-free

General guidance based on composition — not a clinical label and not a substitute for professional care.

What it does in cooking

The sensory role of the ingredient — what it brings in flavor and texture, and what it pairs with.

Flavor

Sweetness1
Acidity1
Bitterness2

Texture

Creaminess6
Crispiness1
Chewiness3

Pairs with

aveiacocoa powderleitecanelafeijao

Glycemic index

30Low

published range: 3042

low ≤55medium 56–69high ≥70
source: Tabelas Internacionais de IG (Diabetes Care, 2008)

A reference value (glucose = 100), not a personal prediction: the real response depends on the whole meal, the preparation and you. Not a substitute for professional care.

FoodClone is a cooking and wellness app. It is not a medical device and does not replace professional care. For questions about your health, consult a doctor, nutritionist, or psychologist.