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Mean Green Protein Smoothie - Recipe and Nutrition Facts
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Mean Green Protein Smoothie Recipe

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

The food contains 12.8g 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 11 gms of protein, it is high in protein content, which is an important macronutrient that helps with tissue repair, provides energy and improves immunity.

On top of 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.

Ideally consumed as a Beverage.

Based on the composite nutritive standing Mean Green Protein Smoothie has been given a composite ranking of 59, and in moderation.

Calorie Breakdown

 Calories from Protein43%
 Calories from Fat6%
 Calories from Carbs50%

Why this is good for you

  • High in Protein
  • High in Vitamin A
  • High in Vitamin C
  • Low in Cholesterol
  • Very low in Saturated Fat
  • Low in Sodium

Why this is bad for you

Vitamin Analysis

NameAmount%DVRankInterpretation
Vitamin A1375 IU27.5%
Vitamin C13.4 mg22.3%
Vitamin D0 IU
Vitamin E0.02 mg0.07%
Thiamin0 mg
Riboflavin0 mg
Niacin0.02 mg0.1%
Vitamin B60 mg
Folate1.2 mcg0.3%
Vitamin B120 mcg
Pantothenic Acid0.01 mg0.1%

Mineral Analysis

NameAmount%DVRankInterpretation
Calcium38 mg3.8%
Iron0.79 mg4.4%
Magnesium0.8 mg0.2%
Phosphorus1 mg0.1%
Potassium177.1 mg5.1%
Sodium114 mg4.8%
Zinc0.02 mg0.1%
Copper0 mg
Manganese0.02 mg0.9%
Selenium0.07 mcg0.1%

Carbohydrate Analysis

NameAmount%DVRankInterpretation
Total Carbohydrate12.8 g4.3%
Dietary Fiber1.4 g5.6%
Sugars10 g

Protein Analysis

NameAmount%DVRankInterpretation
Protein11 g22%

Fat Analysis

NameAmount%DVRankInterpretation
Total Fat0.7 g1.1%
Saturated Fat0.3 g1.5%
Monounsaturated Fat0 g
Polyunsaturated Fat0 g

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Nutrition Facts

Serving size

Amount Per Serving

Calories 108 Calories from Fat 0

% Daily Value *

Total Fat 0.7 g 1.1%

Saturated Fat 0.3 g 1.5%

Trans Fat

Cholesterol 13.3 mg 4.4%

Sodium 114 mg 4.8%

Total Carbohydrates 12.8 g 4.3%

Dietary Fiber 1.4 g5.6%

Sugars 10 g

Protein 11 g 22%

Vitamin A 27.5% Vitamin C 22.3%

Calcium 3.8% Iron 4.4%

*Based on a 2000 Calorie diet

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