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Protien Shake- VEGA - Recipe and Nutrition Facts
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Protien Shake- VEGA Recipe

Protien Shake- VEGA has a average-calorie, average-carb, average-fat and very high-protein content. It is a good source of Calcium, Iron and Vitamin E.

The food contains 16.5g 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 38.8 gms of protein, it is very high in protein content, which is an important macronutrient that helps with tissue repair, provides energy and improves immunity.

Moreover, the average fat content makes it suitable 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 gives a good yield of Iron at 5.67 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 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 Protien Shake- VEGA has been given a composite ranking of 85, and on a regular basis.

Calorie Breakdown

 Calories from Protein58%
 Calories from Fat18%
 Calories from Carbs25%

Why this is good for you

  • Very high in Protein
  • Very high in Vitamin E
  • No Cholesterol
  • No Saturated Fat
  • Very high in Calcium
  • Very high in Iron

Why this is bad for you

Vitamin Analysis

NameAmount%DVRankInterpretation
Vitamin A375 IU7.5%
Vitamin C0 mg
Vitamin D75.2 IU18.8%
Vitamin E7.5 mg25%
Thiamin0.09 mg6%
Riboflavin0.34 mg19.9%
Niacin0 mg
Vitamin B60.04 mg2%
Folate0 mcg
Vitamin B120.9 mcg15%
Pantothenic Acid0.8 mg8%

Mineral Analysis

NameAmount%DVRankInterpretation
Calcium480 mg48%
Iron5.7 mg31.5%
Magnesium28 mg7%
Phosphorus230 mg23%
Potassium372.5 mg10.6%
Sodium265 mg11%
Zinc0 mg
Copper0 mg
Manganese0 mg
Selenium0 mcg

Carbohydrate Analysis

NameAmount%DVRankInterpretation
Total Carbohydrate16.5 g5.5%
Dietary Fiber3.8 g15.2%
Sugars12 g

Protein Analysis

NameAmount%DVRankInterpretation
Protein38.8 g77.6%

Fat Analysis

NameAmount%DVRankInterpretation
Total Fat5.3 g8.2%
Saturated Fat0 g
Monounsaturated Fat0 g
Polyunsaturated Fat0 g

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Nutrition Facts

Serving size

Amount Per Serving

Calories 278 Calories from Fat 0

% Daily Value *

Total Fat 5.3 g 8.2%

Saturated Fat 0 g

Trans Fat

Cholesterol 0 mg

Sodium 265 mg 11%

Total Carbohydrates 16.5 g 5.5%

Dietary Fiber 3.8 g15.2%

Sugars 12 g

Protein 38.8 g 77.6%

Vitamin A 7.5% Vitamin C

Calcium 48% Iron 31.5%

*Based on a 2000 Calorie diet

Source: http://recipes.sparkpeople.com/recipe-calories.asp?recipe=2082970 Embed Table:

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