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Green / Purple Smoothie - Recipe and Nutrition Facts
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Green / Purple Smoothie Recipe

Green / Purple Smoothie has a average-calorie, high-carb, low-fat and average-protein content. It is a good source of Vitamin A, Vitamin B6, Vitamin C and Folate.

The food contains 54.1g 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 sugar content is among the bottom 20 percentile. This is for people watching their sugar intake. With 5.2 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 average 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 / Purple Smoothie has been given a composite ranking of 89, and on a regular basis.

Calorie Breakdown

 Calories from Protein8%
 Calories from Fat4%
 Calories from Carbs87%

Why this is good for you

  • High in Vitamin B6
  • Very high in Vitamin A
  • Very high in Vitamin C
  • Very low in Cholesterol
  • Very low in Saturated Fat
  • Very high in Dietary Fiber

Why this is bad for you

Vitamin Analysis

NameAmount%DVRankInterpretation
Vitamin A3370 IU67.4%
Vitamin C106.8 mg178%
Vitamin D40 IU10%
Vitamin E2.1 mg7%
Thiamin0.12 mg8.2%
Riboflavin0.23 mg13.4%
Niacin2 mg9.8%
Vitamin B60.51 mg25.4%
Folate112.4 mcg28.1%
Vitamin B120 mcg
Pantothenic Acid0.51 mg5.1%

Mineral Analysis

NameAmount%DVRankInterpretation
Calcium175 mg17.5%
Iron2.8 mg15.5%
Magnesium77.2 mg19.3%
Phosphorus139 mg13.9%
Potassium895 mg25.6%
Sodium72 mg3%
Zinc0.6 mg4%
Copper0.23 mg11.7%
Manganese1.1 mg55.7%
Selenium2.5 mcg3.6%

Carbohydrate Analysis

NameAmount%DVRankInterpretation
Total Carbohydrate54.1 g18%
Dietary Fiber8.8 g35.2%
Sugars31.1 g

Protein Analysis

NameAmount%DVRankInterpretation
Protein5.2 g10.4%

Fat Analysis

NameAmount%DVRankInterpretation
Total Fat1.2 g1.8%
Saturated Fat0.2 g1%
Monounsaturated Fat0.2 g
Polyunsaturated Fat0.5 g

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Nutrition Facts

Serving size

Amount Per Serving

Calories 228 Calories from Fat 0

% Daily Value *

Total Fat 1.2 g 1.8%

Saturated Fat 0.2 g 1%

Trans Fat

Cholesterol 2.5 mg 0.8%

Sodium 72 mg 3%

Total Carbohydrates 54.1 g 18%

Dietary Fiber 8.8 g35.2%

Sugars 31.1 g

Protein 5.2 g 10.4%

Vitamin A 67.4% Vitamin C 178%

Calcium 17.5% Iron 15.5%

*Based on a 2000 Calorie diet

Source: http://recipes.sparkpeople.com/recipe-calories.asp?recipe=1201281 Embed Table:

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