Banana
केला · అరటి పండు
The most consumed fruit in India. GI varies by ripeness — green/semi-ripe is lower GI than fully ripe bananas.
Nutrition per Serving
Sugars shown are total sugars (naturally occurring + added) per serving and are approximate. For fruits and dairy this is mostly natural sugar; for sweets and many cooked dishes it reflects added sugar or jaggery.
Tips to Manage Blood Sugar
Choose slightly green/firm bananas — they have more resistant starch and lower GI. Avoid overripe bananas with brown spots.
Lower-GI Alternatives
Try these instead for better blood sugar control
Guava (Amrood)
अमरूद · జామ పండు
One of the best fruits for diabetics in India. Very low GI, extremely high in vitamin C, and good fiber content.
Apple
सेब · ఆపిల్
Widely available across India. Low GI due to fructose and pectin fiber content. A safe fruit for diabetics.