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Amazing Grass Green SuperFood Smoothie - Recipe and Nutrition Facts
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Amazing Grass Green SuperFood Smoothie Recipe

Amazing Grass Green SuperFood Smoothie has a average-calorie, high-carb, low-fat and average-protein content. It is a good source of Vitamin A, Vitamin B6, Vitamin C and Riboflavin.

The food contains 56.3g of carbs. The carbohydrate profile of the the food reveals it is average in complex carbs and 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 sugar content is among the bottom 20 percentile. This is for people watching their sugar intake. With 9.8 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. It is also average in Magnesium, an essential micronutrient that regulates functioning of muscles and nerves and heart beat. It is also average in Selenium, an important antioxidant especially in combination with Vitamin E. Given that this is also average in Vitamin E, it is qualifies as good food source.

Ideally consumed as a Beverage.

Based on the composite nutritive standing Amazing Grass Green SuperFood Smoothie has been given a composite ranking of 86, and on a regular basis.

Calorie Breakdown

 Calories from Protein14%
 Calories from Fat8%
 Calories from Carbs78%

Why this is good for you

  • Very high in Vitamin B6
  • Very high in Vitamin A
  • Very high in Vitamin C
  • High in Riboflavin
  • No Cholesterol
  • Very low in Saturated Fat

Why this is bad for you

Vitamin Analysis

NameAmount%DVRankInterpretation
Vitamin A5165 IU103.3%
Vitamin C77.6 mg129.4%
Vitamin D0 IU
Vitamin E1.9 mg6.3%
Thiamin0.1 mg6.7%
Riboflavin0.43 mg25.4%
Niacin1.8 mg9.2%
Vitamin B60.85 mg42.6%
Folate56.8 mcg14.2%
Vitamin B120 mcg
Pantothenic Acid0.5 mg5%

Mineral Analysis

NameAmount%DVRankInterpretation
Calcium134 mg13.4%
Iron2.4 mg13.6%
Magnesium42.4 mg10.6%
Phosphorus40 mg4%
Potassium721 mg20.6%
Sodium41.7 mg1.7%
Zinc0.32 mg2.1%
Copper0.17 mg8.6%
Manganese0.61 mg30.4%
Selenium5.6 mcg8%

Carbohydrate Analysis

NameAmount%DVRankInterpretation
Total Carbohydrate56.3 g18.8%
Dietary Fiber9 g36%
Sugars33.9 g

Protein Analysis

NameAmount%DVRankInterpretation
Protein9.8 g19.6%

Fat Analysis

NameAmount%DVRankInterpretation
Total Fat2.6 g4%
Saturated Fat0.4 g2%
Monounsaturated Fat0.3 g
Polyunsaturated Fat0.6 g

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Nutrition Facts

Serving size

Amount Per Serving

Calories 269 Calories from Fat 0

% Daily Value *

Total Fat 2.6 g 4%

Saturated Fat 0.4 g 2%

Trans Fat

Cholesterol 0 mg

Sodium 41.7 mg 1.7%

Total Carbohydrates 56.3 g 18.8%

Dietary Fiber 9 g36%

Sugars 33.9 g

Protein 9.8 g 19.6%

Vitamin A 103.3% Vitamin C 129.4%

Calcium 13.4% Iron 13.6%

*Based on a 2000 Calorie diet

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