Banana vs Plum – Which is Healthier?
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Our Verdict
When comparing bananas to plums, we picked the bananas.
Why?
Both are great! But…
In terms of macros, bananas have nearly 2x the fiber, as well as more carbs and protein, winning this round.
In the category of vitamins, bananas have more of vitamins B1, B2, B3, B5, B6, B7, and B9 (all those B vitamins; easy to remember, as it’s B for banana!), while plums have more of vitamins A, E, and K, giving bananas a 7:3 win here.
Looking at minerals, bananas have more copper, iron, magnesium, manganese, phosphorus, potassium, selenium, and zinc, while plums have slightly more calcium, for an overwhelming win to bananas in this round.
In other considerations, plums do have some cancer-killing properties that bananas can’t boast, so that is a point in their favor.
Adding up the sections makes for a clear overall win for bananas, but by all means do enjoy either or both, as diversity is best!
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