Banana vs Papaya – Which is Healthier?
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Our Verdict
When comparing banana to papaya, we picked the banana.
Why?
In terms of macros, the banana boasts nearly 2x the fiber, a little over 2x the carbs, and more than 2x the protein, making it the nutrient-dense option in the macros category.
In the category of vitamins, bananas have more of vitamins B1, B2, B3, B5, B6, B7, and choline, while papaya has more of vitamins A, B9, C, E, and K, making for a marginal win for bananas this time.
When it comes to minerals, bananas have more copper, iron, magnesium, manganese, phosphorus, potassium, selenium, and zinc, while papaya has more calcium. A clear win for bananas here.
Adding up the sections makes for a clear overall win for bananas, but by all means enjoy either or both, as both have their merits!
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