Sugar Banana (Firm, Peeled, Raw)
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Firm sugar banana, peeled and raw, is low FODMAP at 112 g, described as one medium fruit, in Monash. The matching panel shows all six groups green and explicitly states a green range up to 500 g. That larger range is not a recommendation to eat several bananas.
Serving sizes for sugar banana (firm, peeled, raw)
Firm sugar banana, peeled raw: 112 g green and an explicit app green range up to 500 g. Variety, firmness and preparation should match the source.
Tested serving sizes
| Serving | Amount | Main FODMAP | Rating |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 medium | 112 g | None detected | |
| 500 g portion | 500 g | None detected |
Breakdown for 112 g
Is sugar banana (firm, peeled, raw) low FODMAP?
The variety and ripeness description are part of the result. This is the sugar-banana entry, not a blanket reference for any firm banana. The separately checked ripe sugar banana is also green at 112 g but has larger moderate and high portions involving fructose.
Sugar Banana (Firm, Peeled, Raw) and IBS: what to know
When tracking banana portions for IBS, note which variety you bought and whether you used the firm or ripe entry. A description such as 'one banana' can conceal differences in fruit size and preparation. The green panel does not assess a smoothie or breakfast dish made with additional ingredients.
Gut-friendly ways to eat sugar banana (firm, peeled, raw)
Peel the fruit before weighing the edible portion. If using it in a bowl, record the sugar-banana amount before combining it with toppings. Do not use this raw-fruit range as guidance for dried banana chips or banana flour, which are different preparations.
Frequently asked questions
Does sugar banana mean a banana with added sugar?
Here it is part of the fruit name in the app entry. The preparation inspected is peeled, raw fruit.
Can the broad green range be applied after the fruit ripens?
Use the separate ripe sugar-banana entry, which shows a different pattern at larger portions.
Is the peel included in the reference weight?
No. The source names peeled banana, so weigh the edible fruit after removing its skin.
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Sources and editorial notes
- Monash University FODMAP Diet App
Monash University FODMAP Diet app entry “Banana, sugar, firm, peeled, raw” checked directly on 27 September 2026. The portion weights, traffic-light ratings and FODMAP groups discussed here were verified in matching detail panels. Numerical FODMAP concentration estimates elsewhere in the catalogue were not validated by this check.