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Lou's smoothie - Recipe and Nutrition Facts
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Lou's smoothie Recipe

Lou's smoothie has a high-calorie, very high-carb, high-fat and high-protein content. It is a good source of Vitamin B6 and Vitamin C.

The food contains 76g of carbs. The carbohydrate profile of the the food reveals it is average 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 15.1 gms of protein, it is high in protein content, which is an important macronutrient that helps with tissue repair, provides energy and improves immunity.

However, the high fat content makes it unsuitable 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. 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 Lou's smoothie has been given a composite ranking of 55, and in moderation.

Calorie Breakdown

 Calories from Protein12%
 Calories from Fat26%
 Calories from Carbs62%

Why this is good for you

  • Very high in Protein
  • Very high in Vitamin B6
  • Very high in Vitamin C
  • No Cholesterol
  • Very high in Dietary Fiber
  • Very low in Sodium

Why this is bad for you

  • Very high in Saturated Fat

Vitamin Analysis

NameAmount%DVRankInterpretation
Vitamin A100 IU2%
Vitamin C24.2 mg40.3%
Vitamin D0 IU
Vitamin E0.38 mg1.3%
Thiamin0.12 mg8.1%
Riboflavin0.15 mg8.6%
Niacin0.96 mg4.8%
Vitamin B60.8 mg40.1%
Folate50.8 mcg12.7%
Vitamin B120 mcg
Pantothenic Acid0.43 mg4.3%

Mineral Analysis

NameAmount%DVRankInterpretation
Calcium28 mg2.8%
Iron0.7 mg3.9%
Magnesium50.8 mg12.7%
Phosphorus33 mg3.3%
Potassium635.1 mg18.1%
Sodium37.4 mg1.6%
Zinc0.33 mg2.2%
Copper0.24 mg11.8%
Manganese1.4 mg71%
Selenium1.4 mcg2%

Carbohydrate Analysis

NameAmount%DVRankInterpretation
Total Carbohydrate76 g25.3%
Dietary Fiber14.8 g59.2%
Sugars43.3 g

Protein Analysis

NameAmount%DVRankInterpretation
Protein15.1 g30.2%

Fat Analysis

NameAmount%DVRankInterpretation
Total Fat14.3 g22%
Saturated Fat12.1 g60.5%
Monounsaturated Fat1 g
Polyunsaturated Fat0.4 g

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Nutrition Facts

Serving size

Amount Per Serving

Calories 471 Calories from Fat 0

% Daily Value *

Total Fat 14.3 g 22%

Saturated Fat 12.1 g 60.5%

Trans Fat

Cholesterol 0 mg

Sodium 37.4 mg 1.6%

Total Carbohydrates 76 g 25.3%

Dietary Fiber 14.8 g59.2%

Sugars 43.3 g

Protein 15.1 g 30.2%

Vitamin A 2% Vitamin C 40.3%

Calcium 2.8% Iron 3.9%

*Based on a 2000 Calorie diet

Source: http://recipes.sparkpeople.com/recipe-calories.asp?recipe=2012632 Embed Table:

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