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Green Giant Smoothie - Recipe and Nutrition Facts
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Green Giant Smoothie Recipe

Green Giant Smoothie has a low-calorie, low-carb, low-fat and average-protein content. It is a good source of Vitamin A, Vitamin C and Folate.

The food contains 10.4g of carbs. The carbohydrate profile of the the food reveals it is low in complex carbs and low in Simple carbs. Carbs are our primary source of energy but its source should be chosen with utmost care. Complex carbs are a more desirable addition to your diet, where as simple carbs should be consumed in moderation as it is very easily broken down, assimilated and absorbed in the body. Its sugar content is among the bottom 20 percentile. This is for people watching their sugar intake. With 3.8 gms of protein, it is average in protein content, which is an important macronutrient that helps with tissue repair, provides energy and improves immunity.

Because of its low fat content, it could be suitable option, especially if you're watching your fat intake for health reasons. It's low MUFA and low PUFA. In terms of Polyunsaturated Fat content it is ranked in the bottom 20% of all food items. It is also ranked in the bottom 20 percentile in terms of its Monounsaturated Fat content, which are considered among "good fats".

It is also rich in Vitamin C, whose benefits include, but are not limited to protection against immune system deficiencies, cardiovascular disease, prenatal health problems, eye disease, and even skin wrinkling.

While Sodium is an essential nutrient, excess quantities can cause several disorders like fluid retention, hypertension. Since it has a low density of Sodium, it is suitable if you are aiming for a healthy, low-sodium diet. It is also high in Magnesium, an essential micronutrient that regulates functioning of muscles and nerves and heart beat.

Ideally consumed as a Beverage.

Based on the composite nutritive standing Green Giant Smoothie has been given a composite ranking of 99, and on a regular basis.

Calorie Breakdown

 Calories from Protein24%
 Calories from Fat10%
 Calories from Carbs66%

Why this is good for you

  • Very high in Vitamin A
  • Very high in Vitamin C
  • No Cholesterol
  • Very low in Saturated Fat
  • Low in Sodium
  • Very high in Folate

Why this is bad for you

Vitamin Analysis

NameAmount%DVRankInterpretation
Vitamin A6970 IU139.4%
Vitamin C44.1 mg73.5%
Vitamin D0 IU
Vitamin E1.6 mg5.4%
Thiamin0.12 mg8.3%
Riboflavin0.19 mg11.1%
Niacin1.2 mg5.9%
Vitamin B60.25 mg12.6%
Folate170 mcg42.5%
Vitamin B120 mcg
Pantothenic Acid0.53 mg5.3%

Mineral Analysis

NameAmount%DVRankInterpretation
Calcium119 mg11.9%
Iron3 mg16.4%
Magnesium80.4 mg20.1%
Phosphorus87 mg8.7%
Potassium812.8 mg23.2%
Sodium92.2 mg3.8%
Zinc0.9 mg6%
Copper0.18 mg9%
Manganese0.76 mg37.9%
Selenium0.98 mcg1.4%

Carbohydrate Analysis

NameAmount%DVRankInterpretation
Total Carbohydrate10.4 g3.5%
Dietary Fiber4 g16%
Sugars0.4 g

Protein Analysis

NameAmount%DVRankInterpretation
Protein3.8 g7.6%

Fat Analysis

NameAmount%DVRankInterpretation
Total Fat0.7 g1.1%
Saturated Fat0.1 g0.5%
Monounsaturated Fat0.1 g
Polyunsaturated Fat0.3 g

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Nutrition Facts

Serving size

Amount Per Serving

Calories 52 Calories from Fat 0

% Daily Value *

Total Fat 0.7 g 1.1%

Saturated Fat 0.1 g 0.5%

Trans Fat

Cholesterol 0 mg

Sodium 92.2 mg 3.8%

Total Carbohydrates 10.4 g 3.5%

Dietary Fiber 4 g16%

Sugars 0.4 g

Protein 3.8 g 7.6%

Vitamin A 139.4% Vitamin C 73.5%

Calcium 11.9% Iron 16.4%

*Based on a 2000 Calorie diet

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