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Blue Lagoon Superfood Smoothie - Recipe and Nutrition Facts
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Blue Lagoon Superfood Smoothie Recipe

Blue Lagoon Superfood Smoothie has a average-calorie, average-carb, average-fat and average-protein content. It is a good source of Vitamin A, Vitamin B6 and Vitamin C.

The food contains 35.1g 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 sugar content is among the bottom 20 percentile. This is for people watching their sugar intake. With 5.2 gms of protein, it is average in protein content, which is an important macronutrient that helps with tissue repair, provides energy and improves immunity.

Because of its average fat content, it could be suitable option, especially if you're watching your fat intake for health reasons. It's average 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 Blue Lagoon Superfood Smoothie has been given a composite ranking of 92, and on a regular basis.

Calorie Breakdown

 Calories from Protein9%
 Calories from Fat31%
 Calories from Carbs60%

Why this is good for you

  • High in Vitamin B6
  • Very high in Vitamin A
  • Very high in Vitamin C
  • No Cholesterol
  • High in Dietary Fiber
  • Very low in Sodium

Why this is bad for you

Vitamin Analysis

NameAmount%DVRankInterpretation
Vitamin A4950 IU99%
Vitamin C27.8 mg46.3%
Vitamin D10 IU2.5%
Vitamin E2.6 mg8.8%
Thiamin0.15 mg9.9%
Riboflavin0.2 mg11.6%
Niacin1.7 mg8.6%
Vitamin B60.56 mg28.1%
Folate66 mcg16.5%
Vitamin B120.75 mcg12.5%
Pantothenic Acid1 mg10.3%

Mineral Analysis

NameAmount%DVRankInterpretation
Calcium89 mg8.9%
Iron1.5 mg8.6%
Magnesium54.8 mg13.7%
Phosphorus90 mg9%
Potassium745.8 mg21.3%
Sodium42.6 mg1.8%
Zinc0.77 mg5.1%
Copper0.32 mg15.9%
Manganese0.47 mg23.3%
Selenium1.4 mcg2%

Carbohydrate Analysis

NameAmount%DVRankInterpretation
Total Carbohydrate35.1 g11.7%
Dietary Fiber6.8 g27.2%
Sugars13.3 g

Protein Analysis

NameAmount%DVRankInterpretation
Protein5.2 g10.4%

Fat Analysis

NameAmount%DVRankInterpretation
Total Fat8.2 g12.6%
Saturated Fat1.2 g6%
Monounsaturated Fat4.6 g
Polyunsaturated Fat1.7 g

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Nutrition Facts

Serving size

Amount Per Serving

Calories 218 Calories from Fat 0

% Daily Value *

Total Fat 8.2 g 12.6%

Saturated Fat 1.2 g 6%

Trans Fat

Cholesterol 0 mg

Sodium 42.6 mg 1.8%

Total Carbohydrates 35.1 g 11.7%

Dietary Fiber 6.8 g27.2%

Sugars 13.3 g

Protein 5.2 g 10.4%

Vitamin A 99% Vitamin C 46.3%

Calcium 8.9% Iron 8.6%

*Based on a 2000 Calorie diet

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