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Green Spinach Smoothie - Recipe and Nutrition Facts
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Green Spinach Smoothie Recipe

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

The food contains 18.3g of carbs. The carbohydrate profile of the the food reveals it is low in complex carbs and average 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 average sugar content puts it in the bottom 20 percentile. This is a good thing for people watching their sugar intake. With 3.8 gms of protein, it is average in protein content, which is an important macronutrient that helps with tissue repair, provides energy and improves immunity.

Not only that, the low 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 has a low density of Sodium, thus making it suitable for a 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.

Based on the composite nutritive standing Green Spinach Smoothie has been given a composite ranking of 94, and on a regular basis.

Calorie Breakdown

 Calories from Protein17%
 Calories from Fat4%
 Calories from Carbs80%

Why this is good for you

  • Very high in Vitamin A
  • Very high in Vitamin C
  • No Cholesterol
  • Very low in Saturated Fat
  • Very low in Sodium
  • High in Folate

Why this is bad for you

Vitamin Analysis

NameAmount%DVRankInterpretation
Vitamin A2920 IU58.4%
Vitamin C66.6 mg111%
Vitamin D0 IU
Vitamin E0.7 mg2.3%
Thiamin0.04 mg2.9%
Riboflavin0.11 mg6.5%
Niacin0.46 mg2.3%
Vitamin B60.25 mg12.5%
Folate90 mcg22.5%
Vitamin B120 mcg
Pantothenic Acid0.22 mg2.2%

Mineral Analysis

NameAmount%DVRankInterpretation
Calcium86 mg8.6%
Iron1 mg5.8%
Magnesium36 mg9%
Phosphorus27 mg2.7%
Potassium462.5 mg13.2%
Sodium33 mg1.4%
Zinc0.26 mg1.7%
Copper0.09 mg4.4%
Manganese0.42 mg20.9%
Selenium0.84 mcg1.2%

Carbohydrate Analysis

NameAmount%DVRankInterpretation
Total Carbohydrate18.3 g6.1%
Dietary Fiber3.7 g14.8%
Sugars6.4 g

Protein Analysis

NameAmount%DVRankInterpretation
Protein3.8 g7.6%

Fat Analysis

NameAmount%DVRankInterpretation
Total Fat0.4 g0.62%
Saturated Fat0.1 g0.5%
Monounsaturated Fat0.1 g
Polyunsaturated Fat0.2 g

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Nutrition Facts

Serving size

Amount Per Serving

Calories 87 Calories from Fat 0

% Daily Value *

Total Fat 0.4 g 0.62%

Saturated Fat 0.1 g 0.5%

Trans Fat

Cholesterol 0 mg

Sodium 33 mg 1.4%

Total Carbohydrates 18.3 g 6.1%

Dietary Fiber 3.7 g14.8%

Sugars 6.4 g

Protein 3.8 g 7.6%

Vitamin A 58.4% Vitamin C 111%

Calcium 8.6% Iron 5.8%

*Based on a 2000 Calorie diet

Source: http://recipes.sparkpeople.com/recipe-calories.asp?recipe=2269085 Embed Table:

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