15. Banana
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Bananas are a wholesome fruit offering potassium for fluid balance, vitamin C, vitamin B6, prebiotic resistant starch in slightly green stages, and natural antioxidants. The concern is not the banana itself but eating a lone ripe banana as your entire breakfast, which can digest quickly due to higher simple sugar content at peak ripeness. That may lead to earlier hunger. Elevate its performance by pairing with protein and healthy fats: slice over Greek yogurt with walnuts, blend into an oat and chia smoothie, or spread peanut butter on half and sprinkle cinnamon. Choosing a just turning yellow banana supplies a bit more resistant starch, slowing absorption. Context transforms a banana from a weak standalone to an effective component of a balanced morning meal.
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