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Banana-Blueberry-Spinach Smoothie - Recipe and Nutrition Facts
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Banana-Blueberry-Spinach Smoothie Recipe

Banana-Blueberry-Spinach Smoothie has a average-calorie, average-carb, average-fat and high-protein content. It is a good source of Calcium, Vitamin A, Vitamin B6, Vitamin C and Riboflavin.

The food contains 41g 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 15.4 gms of protein, it is 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 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.

Ideally consumed as a Beverage.

Based on the composite nutritive standing Banana-Blueberry-Spinach Smoothie has been given a composite ranking of 85, and on a regular basis.

Calorie Breakdown

 Calories from Protein22%
 Calories from Fat18%
 Calories from Carbs59%

Why this is good for you

  • Very high in Protein
  • Very high in Vitamin B6
  • Very high in Vitamin A
  • High in Vitamin C
  • High in Riboflavin
  • Very low in Cholesterol

Why this is bad for you

Vitamin Analysis

NameAmount%DVRankInterpretation
Vitamin A1705 IU34.1%
Vitamin C14.9 mg24.9%
Vitamin D40 IU10%
Vitamin E1.2 mg3.9%
Thiamin0.15 mg10%
Riboflavin0.45 mg26.5%
Niacin1 mg5%
Vitamin B60.65 mg32.4%
Folate55.2 mcg13.8%
Vitamin B120.82 mcg13.7%
Pantothenic Acid1 mg10.4%

Mineral Analysis

NameAmount%DVRankInterpretation
Calcium266 mg26.6%
Iron1.5 mg8.6%
Magnesium60 mg15%
Phosphorus231 mg23.1%
Potassium636.3 mg18.2%
Sodium94.3 mg3.9%
Zinc0.66 mg4.4%
Copper0.14 mg7.2%
Manganese0.37 mg18.3%
Selenium3.2 mcg4.6%

Carbohydrate Analysis

NameAmount%DVRankInterpretation
Total Carbohydrate41 g13.7%
Dietary Fiber8.1 g32.4%
Sugars24.2 g

Protein Analysis

NameAmount%DVRankInterpretation
Protein15.4 g30.8%

Fat Analysis

NameAmount%DVRankInterpretation
Total Fat5.6 g8.6%
Saturated Fat0.4 g2%
Monounsaturated Fat0.2 g
Polyunsaturated Fat0.3 g

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Nutrition Facts

Serving size

Amount Per Serving

Calories 252 Calories from Fat 0

% Daily Value *

Total Fat 5.6 g 8.6%

Saturated Fat 0.4 g 2%

Trans Fat

Cholesterol 2 mg 0.7%

Sodium 94.3 mg 3.9%

Total Carbohydrates 41 g 13.7%

Dietary Fiber 8.1 g32.4%

Sugars 24.2 g

Protein 15.4 g 30.8%

Vitamin A 34.1% Vitamin C 24.9%

Calcium 26.6% Iron 8.6%

*Based on a 2000 Calorie diet

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