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Green Smoothie II - Recipe and Nutrition Facts
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Green Smoothie II Recipe

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

The food contains 36.8g of carbs. The carbohydrate profile of the the food reveals it is average 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 1.8 gms of protein, it is low 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. 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 Smoothie II, and we advise that this food on a regular basis.

Calorie Breakdown

 Calories from Protein4%
 Calories from Fat8%
 Calories from Carbs88%

Why this is good for you

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

Why this is bad for you

Vitamin Analysis

NameAmount%DVRankInterpretation
Vitamin A3575 IU71.5%
Vitamin C23.5 mg39.1%
Vitamin D0 IU
Vitamin E0.8 mg2.7%
Thiamin0.06 mg4.2%
Riboflavin0.1 mg5.6%
Niacin0.56 mg2.8%
Vitamin B60.46 mg23.1%
Folate26.8 mcg6.7%
Vitamin B120.6 mcg10%
Pantothenic Acid0.25 mg2.5%

Mineral Analysis

NameAmount%DVRankInterpretation
Calcium36 mg3.6%
Iron1.2 mg6.6%
Magnesium30.8 mg7.7%
Phosphorus28 mg2.8%
Potassium449.3 mg12.8%
Sodium18.6 mg0.8%
Zinc0.21 mg1.4%
Copper0.17 mg8.7%
Manganese0.26 mg12.8%
Selenium1.3 mcg1.8%

Carbohydrate Analysis

NameAmount%DVRankInterpretation
Total Carbohydrate36.8 g12.3%
Dietary Fiber6.1 g24.4%
Sugars0.3 g

Protein Analysis

NameAmount%DVRankInterpretation
Protein1.8 g3.6%

Fat Analysis

NameAmount%DVRankInterpretation
Total Fat1.4 g2.2%
Saturated Fat0.2 g1%
Monounsaturated Fat0.1 g
Polyunsaturated Fat0.2 g

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Nutrition Facts

Serving size

Amount Per Serving

Calories 153 Calories from Fat 0

% Daily Value *

Total Fat 1.4 g 2.2%

Saturated Fat 0.2 g 1%

Trans Fat

Cholesterol 0 mg

Sodium 18.6 mg 0.8%

Total Carbohydrates 36.8 g 12.3%

Dietary Fiber 6.1 g24.4%

Sugars 0.3 g

Protein 1.8 g 3.6%

Vitamin A 71.5% Vitamin C 39.1%

Calcium 3.6% Iron 6.6%

*Based on a 2000 Calorie diet

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