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Spinach Shake - Recipe and Nutrition Facts
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Spinach Shake Recipe

Spinach Shake has a high-calorie, average-carb, high-fat and very high-protein content. It is a good source of Calcium, Vitamin A, Vitamin B6, Vitamin C, Vitamin E, Niacin and Folate.

The food contains 26.9g of carbs. The carbohydrate profile of the the food reveals it is average 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 30.1 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.

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 an average 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 Spinach Shake has been given a composite ranking of 86, and on a regular basis.

Calorie Breakdown

 Calories from Protein30%
 Calories from Fat43%
 Calories from Carbs27%

Why this is good for you

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

Why this is bad for you

Vitamin Analysis

NameAmount%DVRankInterpretation
Vitamin A6050 IU121%
Vitamin C22.3 mg37.1%
Vitamin D75.2 IU18.8%
Vitamin E11.8 mg39.3%
Thiamin0.07 mg4.8%
Riboflavin0.21 mg12.1%
Niacin4.8 mg23.8%
Vitamin B60.46 mg22.9%
Folate127.6 mcg31.9%
Vitamin B120 mcg
Pantothenic Acid0.19 mg1.9%

Mineral Analysis

NameAmount%DVRankInterpretation
Calcium1151 mg115.1%
Iron2.8 mg15.5%
Magnesium76.8 mg19.2%
Phosphorus71 mg7.1%
Potassium828.2 mg23.7%
Sodium450.2 mg18.8%
Zinc0.42 mg2.8%
Copper0.14 mg7%
Manganese0.63 mg31.4%
Selenium1.2 mcg1.7%

Carbohydrate Analysis

NameAmount%DVRankInterpretation
Total Carbohydrate26.9 g9%
Dietary Fiber5.8 g23.2%
Sugars11.2 g

Protein Analysis

NameAmount%DVRankInterpretation
Protein30.1 g60.2%

Fat Analysis

NameAmount%DVRankInterpretation
Total Fat19.1 g29.4%
Saturated Fat3.4 g17%
Monounsaturated Fat0.1 g
Polyunsaturated Fat0.2 g

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Nutrition Facts

Serving size

Amount Per Serving

Calories 382 Calories from Fat 0

% Daily Value *

Total Fat 19.1 g 29.4%

Saturated Fat 3.4 g 17%

Trans Fat

Cholesterol 5 mg 1.7%

Sodium 450.2 mg 18.8%

Total Carbohydrates 26.9 g 9%

Dietary Fiber 5.8 g23.2%

Sugars 11.2 g

Protein 30.1 g 60.2%

Vitamin A 121% Vitamin C 37.1%

Calcium 115.1% Iron 15.5%

*Based on a 2000 Calorie diet

Source: http://recipes.sparkpeople.com/recipe-calories.asp?recipe=1915962 Embed Table:

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