A medium banana has about 3 grams of fiber. The fiber can slow digestion, help you feel full and support regular bowel movements (Healthline).

Bananas also contain potassium and vitamin C. Potassium helps control fluid balance, muscle movement and may help blood pressure. Vitamin C supports the immune system and may protect against inflammation and chronic diseases.

Bananas have little protein and fat, so they may not keep you full for long (Her Circle).

To make a balanced breakfast, pair a banana with foods that are rich in protein or healthy fats. Good choices are yogurt, oats, nuts, seeds or nut butter.

Easy breakfast ideas include Greek yogurt with banana and chia seeds, oatmeal topped with nuts and sliced banana, a smoothie with spinach, berries and frozen banana, frozen banana bites with yogurt and nut butter, or banana breakfast bars made with oats, walnuts and nut butter.