Notice: Memcache::connect(): Server 127.0.0.1 (tcp 11221, udp 0) failed with: Connection refused (111) in /home/nr/nutritionrank.com/html/sites/all/modules/contrib/memcache/dmemcache.inc on line 351

Warning: Memcache::connect(): Can't connect to 127.0.0.1:11221, Connection refused (111) in /home/nr/nutritionrank.com/html/sites/all/modules/contrib/memcache/dmemcache.inc on line 351

Notice: Memcache::connect(): Server 127.0.0.1 (tcp 11221, udp 0) failed with: Connection refused (111) in /home/nr/nutritionrank.com/html/sites/all/modules/contrib/memcache/dmemcache.inc on line 351

Warning: Memcache::connect(): Can't connect to 127.0.0.1:11221, Connection refused (111) in /home/nr/nutritionrank.com/html/sites/all/modules/contrib/memcache/dmemcache.inc on line 351
green smoothies - Recipe and Nutrition Facts
91

green smoothies Recipe

green smoothies has a very high-calorie, very high-carb, average-fat and high-protein content. It is a good source of Calcium, Iron, Vitamin A, Vitamin B6, Vitamin C, Thiamin, Riboflavin, Niacin and Folate.

The food contains 118.3g of carbs. The carbohydrate profile of the the food reveals it is high in complex carbs and very 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 very high sugar content puts it in the bottom 20 percentile. This is a good thing for people watching their sugar intake. With 24.3 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 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 gives a good yield of Iron at 5.54 gms/ serving, and should be included in an Iron rich diet. Iron is essential to help carry oxygen from the lungs to the muscles and other organs, and is especially helpful for pregnant women. 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 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.

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 91, for green smoothies, and we advise that this food on a regular basis.

Calorie Breakdown

 Calories from Protein16%
 Calories from Fat7%
 Calories from Carbs77%

Why this is good for you

  • Very high in Protein
  • Very high in Vitamin B6
  • Very high in Niacin
  • Very high in Vitamin A
  • Very high in Vitamin C
  • High in Riboflavin

Why this is bad for you

Vitamin Analysis

NameAmount%DVRankInterpretation
Vitamin A34550 IU691%
Vitamin C154 mg256.7%
Vitamin D0 IU
Vitamin E4 mg13.3%
Thiamin0.31 mg20.5%
Riboflavin0.45 mg26.4%
Niacin6.4 mg31.8%
Vitamin B61.1 mg54.5%
Folate200 mcg50%
Vitamin B120 mcg
Pantothenic Acid1.7 mg17.4%

Mineral Analysis

NameAmount%DVRankInterpretation
Calcium427 mg42.7%
Iron5.5 mg30.8%
Magnesium148.4 mg37.1%
Phosphorus210 mg21%
Potassium2 mg0.1%
Sodium231.4 mg9.6%
Zinc1.9 mg12.7%
Copper0.61 mg30.3%
Manganese2.8 mg139.3%
Selenium2.8 mcg4%

Carbohydrate Analysis

NameAmount%DVRankInterpretation
Total Carbohydrate118.3 g39.4%
Dietary Fiber22.4 g89.6%
Sugars51 g

Protein Analysis

NameAmount%DVRankInterpretation
Protein24.3 g48.6%

Fat Analysis

NameAmount%DVRankInterpretation
Total Fat4.9 g7.5%
Saturated Fat0.4 g2%
Monounsaturated Fat0.3 g
Polyunsaturated Fat1.1 g

Popular Questions Asked

Nutrition Facts

Serving size

Amount Per Serving

Calories 568 Calories from Fat 0

% Daily Value *

Total Fat 4.9 g 7.5%

Saturated Fat 0.4 g 2%

Trans Fat

Cholesterol 5 mg 1.7%

Sodium 231.4 mg 9.6%

Total Carbohydrates 118.3 g 39.4%

Dietary Fiber 22.4 g89.6%

Sugars 51 g

Protein 24.3 g 48.6%

Vitamin A 691% Vitamin C 256.7%

Calcium 42.7% Iron 30.8%

*Based on a 2000 Calorie diet

Source: http://recipes.sparkpeople.com/recipe-calories.asp?recipe=2401412 Embed Table:

Related Searches

88

Dessert Green Smoothie *Banana,..

Per Serving | Calories 103
Protein 3 g | Carbs 24.4 g | Fat 0.4 g

83

Green Smoothie *Banana, Strawberry,..

Per Serving | Calories 132
Protein 1.9 g | Carbs 33.1 g | Fat 0.6 g

97

Green Smoothie - Spinach

Per Serving | Calories 70
Protein 5.4 g | Carbs 13.9 g | Fat 1 g

94

Collard Green Orange Pineapple..

Per Serving | Calories 235
Protein 3.6 g | Carbs 58.8 g | Fat 1.5 g

68

Super Power Protein Smoothie

Per Serving | Calories 330
Protein 27.9 g | Carbs 51.8 g | Fat 2.6 g

64

Strawberry Banana Blueberry Smoothie..

Per Serving | Calories 369
Protein 12 g | Carbs 74.3 g | Fat 4.8 g

81

Fuzzysheep19's 4berry Orange Smoothie

Per Serving | Calories 165
Protein 10.3 g | Carbs 31.2 g | Fat 0 g

96

My mostly Vanilla SlimFast Shake

Per Serving | Calories 158
Protein 3.1 g | Carbs 24.4 g | Fat 6.3 g