Is a Banana a Slow or Fast Carb? A Comprehensive Guide
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According to the International Glycemic Index Database, ripe bananas have a low glycemic index (GI) of 51, while slightly under-ripe bananas have an even lower GI of 42. The seemingly simple question, 'Is banana a slow or fast carb?' has a surprisingly nuanced answer that depends on its stage of ripeness.
