\u201cBananas are high in inulin<\/a> and resistant starch<\/a>, which promote beneficial bacteria. Bananas that are less ripe, more green, are higher in inulin,” she added.\n<\/p>\n Apples Vs. Bananas<\/p>\n \u00a0Apples Calories Carbs Fiber Sugar Calcium Iron Protein Which Is Healthier Depends on Your Needs <\/p>\n Which one you should eat to strengthen your gut health may be a personal preference.\n<\/p>\n \u201cWhat may be better for each person depends on their personal preference, health needs, and what is accessible to them,\u201d Yasi Ansari, MS, RDN, CSSD<\/a>, senior dietitian at UCLA Health in Santa Monica, told Verywell.\n<\/p>\n 1. If You Need More Potassium <\/p>\n \u201cIf someone is on a higher potassium diet<\/a> and needs more sources of potassium, bananas may be a better fit than the apple,” Ansari added.\n<\/p>\n 2. If You Have Gastrointestinal Issues <\/p>\n Apples are a higher fermentable oligosaccharides<\/a>, disaccharides, monosaccharides, and polyols (FODMAP) food source, which could mean bananas are a better option.\n<\/p>\n \u201cFor those with irritable bowel syndrome<\/a> or small intestinal bacterial overgrowth<\/a>, it can be helpful to limit foods higher in FODMAPs<\/a>, which are fermentable short-chain carbohydrates and can make digestion of certain fruits and other foods more difficult, leading to excess gas and, in certain cases, abdominal pain,\u201d Ansari said.\n<\/p>\n Alexandra Rosenstock, RD, CDN<\/a>, registered dietitian at Weill Cornell Medicine and NewYork-Presbyterian, added that people who avoid foods high in FODMAPs may need to pay attention to the bananas they pick up at the grocery store. \u201cVery ripe bananas can be high in another high FODMAP sugar called fructan,\u201d she explained.\n<\/p>\n 3. If You’re Planning to Exercise <\/p>\n It\u2019s also worth noting that bananas contain slightly more energy than apples, Ansari said. Because of this, they\u2019re often a popular choice to grab before hitting the gym.\n<\/p>\n Adding a daily serving of each to your diet could do wonders for your gut health, especially if you aren\u2019t currently eating many fruits or vegetables.\n<\/p>\n \u201cI would not categorize one fruit as better than the other,\u201d Dieras said. \u201cBoth provide valuable nutrients<\/a> and can be included in a well-balanced, well-rounded diet<\/a>.\u201d\n<\/p>\n What This Means For You<\/p>\n Both apples and bananas are great for your gut health<\/a>. If you’re looking to choose between one or the other, apples contain slightly more fiber. For people with gastrointestinal issues, bananas may be easier to tolerate.<\/p>\n Verywell Health uses only high-quality sources, including peer-reviewed studies, to support the facts within our articles. Read our editorial process<\/a> to learn more about how we fact-check and keep our content accurate, reliable, and trustworthy.<\/p>\n US Department of Agriculture (USDA). Apples<\/a>.<\/p>\n US Department of Agriculture (USDA). Bananas<\/a>.<\/p>\n
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