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Balanced Smoothie - Recipe and Nutrition Facts
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Balanced Smoothie Recipe

Balanced Smoothie has a average-calorie, average-carb, average-fat and average-protein content. It is a good source of Vitamin C.

The food contains 21.7g of carbs. The carbohydrate profile of the the food reveals it is low 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 7.5 gms of protein, it is average 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 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.

While Sodium is an essential nutrient, excess quantities can cause several disorders like fluid retention, hypertension. Since it has a low density of Sodium, it is suitable if you are aiming for a healthy, low-sodium diet.

Ideally consumed as a Beverage.

Based on the composite nutritive standing Balanced Smoothie has been given a composite ranking of 72, and in moderation.

Calorie Breakdown

 Calories from Protein18%
 Calories from Fat30%
 Calories from Carbs52%

Why this is good for you

  • Very high in Vitamin C
  • Low in Cholesterol
  • Low in Saturated Fat
  • Low in Sodium

Why this is bad for you

Vitamin Analysis

NameAmount%DVRankInterpretation
Vitamin A555 IU11.1%
Vitamin C35.3 mg58.8%
Vitamin D12.4 IU3.1%
Vitamin E1.8 mg5.9%
Thiamin0.08 mg5.1%
Riboflavin0.17 mg10%
Niacin0.9 mg4.5%
Vitamin B60.15 mg7.7%
Folate33.2 mcg8.3%
Vitamin B120.52 mcg8.7%
Pantothenic Acid0.1 mg1%

Mineral Analysis

NameAmount%DVRankInterpretation
Calcium138 mg13.8%
Iron0.77 mg4.3%
Magnesium15.6 mg3.9%
Phosphorus46 mg4.6%
Potassium340.2 mg9.7%
Sodium63.5 mg2.6%
Zinc0.26 mg1.7%
Copper0.08 mg3.9%
Manganese0.25 mg12.4%
Selenium0.21 mcg0.3%

Carbohydrate Analysis

NameAmount%DVRankInterpretation
Total Carbohydrate21.7 g7.2%
Dietary Fiber2.2 g8.8%
Sugars16.9 g

Protein Analysis

NameAmount%DVRankInterpretation
Protein7.5 g15%

Fat Analysis

NameAmount%DVRankInterpretation
Total Fat5.6 g8.6%
Saturated Fat1 g5%
Monounsaturated Fat1.1 g
Polyunsaturated Fat0.7 g

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Nutrition Facts

Serving size

Amount Per Serving

Calories 161 Calories from Fat 0

% Daily Value *

Total Fat 5.6 g 8.6%

Saturated Fat 1 g 5%

Trans Fat

Cholesterol 13.1 mg 4.4%

Sodium 63.5 mg 2.6%

Total Carbohydrates 21.7 g 7.2%

Dietary Fiber 2.2 g8.8%

Sugars 16.9 g

Protein 7.5 g 15%

Vitamin A 11.1% Vitamin C 58.8%

Calcium 13.8% Iron 4.3%

*Based on a 2000 Calorie diet

Source: http://recipes.sparkpeople.com/recipe-calories.asp?recipe=2227878 Embed Table:

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