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Green Monster Smoothie du jour - Recipe and Nutrition Facts
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Green Monster Smoothie du jour Recipe

Green Monster Smoothie du jour has a average-calorie, low-carb, average-fat and high-protein content. It is a good source of Vitamin A and Vitamin C.

The food contains 11.2g 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 low sugar content puts it in the bottom 20 percentile. This is a good thing for people watching their sugar intake. With 10.4 gms of protein, it is high in protein content, which is an important macronutrient that helps with tissue repair, provides energy and improves immunity.

Not only that, the average fat content of this product makes it suitable to be eaten when trying to lose weight. It's average 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 an average density of Sodium, it is suitable if you are aiming for a healthy, low-sodium diet. Besides other nutrients, it is average in Magnesium, which is an essential micronutrient needed to keep muscle and nerve functioning normal and heart beat rhythmic. It also helps to support a healthy immune system, and keeps bones strong.

Ideally consumed as a Beverage.

Our comprehensive nutrition ranking methodology, which inspects every nutrition element that this food is composed of, comes up with a nutrition ranking of 92, for Green Monster Smoothie du jour, and we advise that this food on a regular basis.

Calorie Breakdown

 Calories from Protein25%
 Calories from Fat48%
 Calories from Carbs27%

Why this is good for you

  • High in Protein
  • Very high in Vitamin A
  • Very high in Vitamin C
  • No Cholesterol

Why this is bad for you

Vitamin Analysis

NameAmount%DVRankInterpretation
Vitamin A8250 IU165%
Vitamin C18.3 mg30.5%
Vitamin D12.4 IU3.1%
Vitamin E3.3 mg10.9%
Thiamin0.09 mg5.7%
Riboflavin0.21 mg12.6%
Niacin2.6 mg13.1%
Vitamin B60.17 mg8.6%
Folate36 mcg9%
Vitamin B120.3 mcg5%
Pantothenic Acid0.54 mg5.4%

Mineral Analysis

NameAmount%DVRankInterpretation
Calcium138 mg13.8%
Iron1.2 mg6.6%
Magnesium50 mg12.5%
Phosphorus169 mg16.9%
Potassium386.4 mg11%
Sodium272 mg11.3%
Zinc0.72 mg4.8%
Copper0.14 mg6.9%
Manganese0.33 mg16.5%
Selenium1.7 mcg2.4%

Carbohydrate Analysis

NameAmount%DVRankInterpretation
Total Carbohydrate11.2 g3.7%
Dietary Fiber2.6 g10.4%
Sugars3.9 g

Protein Analysis

NameAmount%DVRankInterpretation
Protein10.4 g20.8%

Fat Analysis

NameAmount%DVRankInterpretation
Total Fat8.7 g13.4%
Saturated Fat1.7 g8.5%
Monounsaturated Fat3.9 g
Polyunsaturated Fat2.3 g

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Nutrition Facts

Serving size

Amount Per Serving

Calories 152 Calories from Fat 0

% Daily Value *

Total Fat 8.7 g 13.4%

Saturated Fat 1.7 g 8.5%

Trans Fat

Cholesterol 0 mg

Sodium 272 mg 11.3%

Total Carbohydrates 11.2 g 3.7%

Dietary Fiber 2.6 g10.4%

Sugars 3.9 g

Protein 10.4 g 20.8%

Vitamin A 165% Vitamin C 30.5%

Calcium 13.8% Iron 6.6%

*Based on a 2000 Calorie diet

Source: http://recipes.sparkpeople.com/recipe-calories.asp?recipe=1881133 Embed Table:

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