Organic Green Banana Resistant Starch Powder
Purewellness Organic Green Banana Resistant Starch Powder is made from organically cultivated, unripe green bananas sourced from the Piura region of Peru.
Green bananas naturally contain resistant starch, a type of starch that resists digestion in the small intestine and travels to the large intestine. There, it can be fermented by intestinal bacteria and used to produce short-chain fatty acids.
This premium green banana powder typically contains 40–50% resistant starch, with independent analysis showing approximately 48.1 g per 100 g. A suggested 10 g serving provides approximately 4.8 g of resistant starch.
Unlike ripe banana powder, green banana resistant starch powder has a neutral flavour with only a subtle banana taste. Its cream-white to light-beige colour and fine texture make it easy to incorporate into drinks, smoothies and everyday recipes without adding strong sweetness or banana flavour.
What Is Resistant Starch?
Resistant starch is a form of carbohydrate that is not fully digested in the small intestine. Instead, it reaches the large intestine, where it can be used as a fermentable substrate by members of the gut microbiome.
During fermentation, intestinal bacteria can produce short-chain fatty acids, including butyrate. These compounds play an important role in maintaining the normal environment of the large intestine.
Resistant starch can help:
- Increase resistant starch intake
- Support digestive health
- Support normal bowel regularity
- Provide fermentable starch for intestinal bacteria
- Increase the fibre-like component of smoothies and recipes
- Support a varied, plant-rich diet
Individual digestive responses vary. Begin with a small serving and increase gradually.
Why Choose Green Banana Resistant Starch Powder?
Purewellness Organic Green Banana Resistant Starch Powder offers a convenient way to add resistant starch to your daily diet.
It is:
- Made from organically grown green bananas
- Naturally rich in resistant starch
- Neutral tasting and easy to mix
- Suitable for sweet and savoury recipes
- Plant-based and vegan-friendly
- Free from intentionally added gluten, dairy and soy
- Made without additives or carriers
- Naturally low in fat
- Naturally low in sodium
- Suitable for everyday food and beverage applications
Suggested Directions
Start with 1 teaspoon, approximately 5 g, daily.
Gradually increase to 10–15 g daily as tolerated. Mix into water, juice, smoothies, protein shakes, yoghurt or food.
When increasing resistant starch intake, drink adequate water throughout the day. People who are not accustomed to fermentable fibre may experience temporary bloating or gas when first using the product.
Serving Guide
| Amount | Approximate Resistant Starch |
|---|---|
| 5 g | 2.4 g |
| 10 g | 4.8 g |
| 15 g | 7.2 g |
| 20 g | 9.6 g |
| 25 g | 12.0 g |
Values are calculated using the typical analysed resistant starch content of 48.1%. Natural variation may occur between batches.
Dose-Related Nutritional Benefits
- A 10 g serving provides approximately 4.8 g of resistant starch.
- An 18 g serving provides a meaningful amount of Vitamin B6.
- A 25 g serving provides a meaningful amount of magnesium.
- A 15 g serving provides approximately 7.2 g of resistant starch.
10 Ways to Use Green Banana Resistant Starch Powder
- Daily Smoothie: Blend into fruit, greens or protein smoothies.
- Yoghurt: Stir into yoghurt or a plant-based yoghurt alternative.
- Protein Shake: Add to a post-workout or meal-time protein shake.
- Overnight Oats: Mix into oats before refrigerating overnight.
- Breakfast Bowl: Add to acai, smoothie or breakfast bowls.
- Pancakes: Substitute a portion of ordinary flour in pancake batter.
- Muffins: Add to muffins and other baked recipes.
- Energy Balls: Combine with dates, seeds, coconut and nut butter.
- Thickened Smoothies: Use to add body without a strong flavour.
- Water or Juice: Mix into a cool beverage for a simple daily serving.
Heating may reduce some types of resistant starch. For maximum resistant starch intake, use the powder in cool or room-temperature foods and beverages where practical.
Nutritional Information
Servings per package: Varies by package size
Serving size: 10 g
| Average Quantity | Per 10 g Serving | Per 100 g |
|---|---|---|
| Energy | 146 kJ | 1,460 kJ |
| Protein | 0.29 g | 2.9 g |
| Carbohydrate | 7.93 g | 79.3 g |
| – Sugars | 0.17 g | 1.7 g |
| Dietary Fibre | 0.79 g | 7.9 g |
| Resistant Starch | 4.81 g | 48.1 g |
| Fat, total | 0.02 g | 0.2 g |
| – Saturated | 0.01 g | 0.1 g |
| – Monounsaturated | Less than 0.01 g | Less than 0.1 g |
| – Polyunsaturated | 0.01 g | 0.1 g |
| Sodium | Less than 0.1 mg | Less than 1 mg |
| Potassium | 135 mg | 1,350 mg |
| Calcium | 1.6 mg | 16 mg |
| Magnesium | 12.6 mg | 126 mg |
| Phosphorus | 13.2 mg | 132 mg |
| Vitamin B6 | 0.093 mg | 0.93 mg |
Nutritional values are averages based on independent analysis. Natural variation may occur between batches.
Ingredients
100% Organic Green Banana Resistant Starch Powder.
Country of Origin
Grown and produced in Peru. Packed in Australia.
Allergen Statement
No gluten, dairy, soy, additives or carriers are intentionally added.
Packed in a facility that may also handle gluten-containing cereals, milk, soy, sesame, peanuts and tree nuts. Trace amounts may be present.
Product Characteristics
| Characteristic | Specification |
|---|---|
| Appearance | Cream-white to light-beige fine powder |
| Taste | Neutral with a subtle green banana taste |
| Resistant starch | Typically 40–50% |
| Particle size | 99% passes through 60 mesh |
| Moisture | Maximum 6% |
| Added carriers | None |
| Added sweeteners | None |
| GMO ingredients | None intentionally added |
Certifications
- Certified Organic ingredient
- Plant-based
- Vegan-friendly
- Food-grade
- Suitable for human consumption
Warnings
- Begin with a small serving and increase gradually.
- Increasing resistant starch intake may initially cause gas, bloating or changes in bowel habits.
- Consume with adequate fluids.
- Consult a qualified healthcare professional before use if pregnant, breastfeeding, taking medication or managing a gastrointestinal condition.
- Not intended as a sole source of nutrition.
- Keep out of reach of children.
- Discontinue use if an adverse reaction occurs.
Storage
Store below 25°C in a cool, dry place away from direct sunlight, air and moisture. Keep the package tightly sealed after opening.
Always use a clean, dry utensil.
Shelf Life
Best consumed within 24 months from manufacture when stored unopened in the original sealed packaging under the recommended conditions.
Refer to the best-before date shown on the Purewellness package.
Important Information
This product is made from unripe green bananas and is designed primarily as a source of resistant starch. It is different from sweet, ripe banana powder and does not provide the same flavour, sweetness or culinary result.
Purewellness Organic Green Banana Resistant Starch Powder should be consumed as part of a varied and balanced diet.
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