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Beginner Green Smoothie (kale , spinach lettuce grapes pineapple amazing grass) - Recipe and Nutrition Facts
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Beginner Green Smoothie (kale, spinach, lettuce, grapes, pineapple, amazing grass) Recipe

Beginner Green Smoothie (kale, spinach, lettuce, grapes, pineapple, amazing grass) has a average-calorie, average-carb, low-fat and average-protein content. It is a good source of Calcium, Iron, Vitamin A, Vitamin B6, Vitamin B12, Vitamin C, Thiamin, Riboflavin and Folate.

The food contains 36.7g 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 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 a good source of Vitamin B6 and Vitamin B12.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 gives a good yield of Iron at 5.02 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. 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.

Our comprehensive nutrition ranking methodology, which inspects every nutrition element that this food is composed of, comes up with a nutrition ranking of 95, for Beginner Green Smoothie (kale, spinach, lettuce, grapes, pineapple, amazing grass), and we advise that this food on a regular basis.

Calorie Breakdown

 Calories from Protein14%
 Calories from Fat13%
 Calories from Carbs73%

Why this is good for you

  • High in Vitamin B6
  • Very high in Vitamin A
  • Very high in Vitamin C
  • Very high in Riboflavin
  • High in Thiamin
  • No Cholesterol

Why this is bad for you

Vitamin Analysis

NameAmount%DVRankInterpretation
Vitamin A26605 IU532.1%
Vitamin C128.1 mg213.5%
Vitamin D0 IU
Vitamin E3.1 mg10.3%
Thiamin0.35 mg23.2%
Riboflavin0.66 mg38.6%
Niacin2.3 mg11.3%
Vitamin B60.57 mg28.4%
Folate224 mcg56%
Vitamin B121.5 mcg25%
Pantothenic Acid0.31 mg3.1%

Mineral Analysis

NameAmount%DVRankInterpretation
Calcium210 mg21%
Iron5 mg27.9%
Magnesium70.4 mg17.6%
Phosphorus101 mg10.1%
Potassium996.5 mg28.5%
Sodium74.6 mg3.1%
Zinc0.74 mg4.9%
Copper0.49 mg24.3%
Manganese2.4 mg119.1%
Selenium6.4 mcg9.2%

Carbohydrate Analysis

NameAmount%DVRankInterpretation
Total Carbohydrate36.7 g12.2%
Dietary Fiber7.7 g30.8%
Sugars23.4 g

Protein Analysis

NameAmount%DVRankInterpretation
Protein7 g14%

Fat Analysis

NameAmount%DVRankInterpretation
Total Fat2.9 g4.5%
Saturated Fat0.4 g2%
Monounsaturated Fat0.1 g
Polyunsaturated Fat0.7 g

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Nutrition Facts

Serving size

Amount Per Serving

Calories 171 Calories from Fat 0

% Daily Value *

Total Fat 2.9 g 4.5%

Saturated Fat 0.4 g 2%

Trans Fat

Cholesterol 0 mg

Sodium 74.6 mg 3.1%

Total Carbohydrates 36.7 g 12.2%

Dietary Fiber 7.7 g30.8%

Sugars 23.4 g

Protein 7 g 14%

Vitamin A 532.1% Vitamin C 213.5%

Calcium 21% Iron 27.9%

*Based on a 2000 Calorie diet

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