Milk vs Banana

Complete nutrition comparison per 100g serving

Which is Healthier?

Milk is generally healthier

Milk comes out ahead in this comparison, winning in 3 out of 5 key nutritional categories. It has fewer calories (61 vs 89), more protein (3.2g vs 1.1g), less sugar (4.8g vs 12g), making it the better choice for most health goals.

Quick Summary

Fewer Calories

Milk

61 kcal

More Protein

Milk

3.2g

More Fiber

Banana

2.6g

Less Sugar

Milk

4.8g

Visual Comparison

Caloriesper 100g
Milk
61
Banana
89
Proteinper 100g
Milk
3.2g
Banana
1.1g
Carbohydratesper 100g
Milk
4.8g
Banana
23g
Fatper 100g
Milk
3.3g
Banana
0.3g

Side-by-Side Nutrition Table

NutrientMilkBananaDifference
Calories61kcal89kcal-28.0kcal
Protein3.2g1.1g+2.1g
Carbohydrates4.8g23g-18.2g
Fat3.3g0.3g+3.0g
Fiber0g2.6g-2.6g
Sugar4.8g12g-7.2g
Sodium44mg1mg+43.0mg

Serving Size Comparison

All values above are per 100g. Here's how they compare in common serving sizes:

Milk

Per 100g:61 calories
Per cup (150g):92 calories
Per serving (85g):52 calories

Banana

Per 100g:89 calories
Per cup (150g):134 calories
Per serving (85g):76 calories

Diet Compatibility

Milk

Low-CarbLow-CalorieVegetarianLow-Sodium

Banana

Low-CalorieVeganVegetarianPaleoLow-Sodium

When to Choose Milk

  • Lower in calories (61 vs 89)
  • Higher in protein (3.2g vs 1.1g)
  • Lower in carbs (4.8g vs 23g)
  • Less sugar (4.8g vs 12g)

Common Uses

BreakfastSnacksCooking ingredientPost-workout
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When to Choose Banana

  • More fiber (2.6g vs 0g)
  • Lower sodium (1mg vs 44mg)

Common Uses

Fresh snacksSmoothiesDessertsBreakfast bowls
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