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Green monster with Kale - Recipe and Nutrition Facts
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Green monster with Kale Recipe

Green monster with Kale has a average-calorie, high-carb, average-fat and average-protein content. It is a good source of Vitamin A, Vitamin B6, Vitamin C and Folate.

The food contains 61.4g of carbs. The carbohydrate profile of the the food reveals it is average in complex carbs and high 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 high sugar content puts it in the bottom 20 percentile. This is a good thing for people watching their sugar intake. With 5.7 gms of protein, it is average in protein content, which is an important macronutrient that helps with tissue repair, provides energy and improves immunity.

However, the average fat content makes it suitable if you're on a low-fat diet plan. 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.

It has a low density of Sodium, thus making it suitable for a low-sodium diet. Besides other nutrients, it is high 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.

Based on the composite nutritive standing Green monster with Kale has been given a composite ranking of 90, and on a regular basis.

Calorie Breakdown

 Calories from Protein8%
 Calories from Fat10%
 Calories from Carbs82%

Why this is good for you

  • Very high in Vitamin B6
  • Very high in Vitamin A
  • Very high in Vitamin C
  • No Cholesterol
  • Low in Saturated Fat
  • Very high in Dietary Fiber

Why this is bad for you

Vitamin Analysis

NameAmount%DVRankInterpretation
Vitamin A17840 IU356.8%
Vitamin C97 mg161.7%
Vitamin D0 IU
Vitamin E1.9 mg6.3%
Thiamin0.22 mg14.7%
Riboflavin0.26 mg15.3%
Niacin1.8 mg9.1%
Vitamin B61.1 mg53.3%
Folate89.6 mcg22.4%
Vitamin B120 mcg
Pantothenic Acid0.73 mg7.3%

Mineral Analysis

NameAmount%DVRankInterpretation
Calcium165 mg16.5%
Iron2.6 mg14.6%
Magnesium104.4 mg26.1%
Phosphorus112 mg11.2%
Potassium1 mg0%
Sodium45.2 mg1.9%
Zinc0.98 mg6.5%
Copper0.58 mg28.9%
Manganese2.2 mg108%
Selenium3.2 mcg4.5%

Carbohydrate Analysis

NameAmount%DVRankInterpretation
Total Carbohydrate61.4 g20.5%
Dietary Fiber9.2 g36.8%
Sugars34.4 g

Protein Analysis

NameAmount%DVRankInterpretation
Protein5.7 g11.4%

Fat Analysis

NameAmount%DVRankInterpretation
Total Fat3.4 g5.2%
Saturated Fat0.6 g3%
Monounsaturated Fat0.6 g
Polyunsaturated Fat1.8 g

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Nutrition Facts

Serving size

Amount Per Serving

Calories 265 Calories from Fat 0

% Daily Value *

Total Fat 3.4 g 5.2%

Saturated Fat 0.6 g 3%

Trans Fat

Cholesterol 0 mg

Sodium 45.2 mg 1.9%

Total Carbohydrates 61.4 g 20.5%

Dietary Fiber 9.2 g36.8%

Sugars 34.4 g

Protein 5.7 g 11.4%

Vitamin A 356.8% Vitamin C 161.7%

Calcium 16.5% Iron 14.6%

*Based on a 2000 Calorie diet

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