Cravings can be irresistible and if you want something healthier to reduce your sweet cravings. Bananas ad dates are two oif the healthier alternatives to manage your blood sugar level. Tap to read which of the two is better for you!
Calorie count
Banana have lower calorie count of 83 per 100 grams as compared to dates 180 calorie per 100 grams.
Workout recovery
Bananas help provide electrolytes after the workout, and dates help in muscle repair and reduce fatigue.
Glycaemic index
Bananas especially unripe ones has low to moertae calories between 42–62 as cpmpared to dates which have moderate calories between 42–74.
Digestability
Bananas are easier to digest before a workout as compared to dates. Dates take longer to digest; eat them atleast one hour before a workout.
Banana vs dates
Dates and bananas are both good as a snack. If you want a low calorie snack which provides quick energy before a workout, eat a banana and if you want a steady release of energy, eat dates.
Information credits
This information is taken from the National Institutes of Health (NIH). However, it is always advisable to consult a nutritionist for personalised suggestions.