dee's smoothie Recipe
dee's smoothie has a average-calorie, average-carb, average-fat and very high-protein content. It is a good source of Calcium, Iron, Vitamin B6, Vitamin E and Folate.
The food contains 37.5g 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 39.5 gms of protein, it is very high 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 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 gives a good yield of Iron at 8.26 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 high density of Sodium, thus making it unsuitable for a low-sodium diet. Besides other nutrients, it is high in Magnesium, which is an essential micronutrient needed to keep muscle and nerve functioning normal and heart beat rhythmic. It also helps to support a healthy immune system, and keeps bones strong.
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 88, for dee's smoothie, and we advise that this food on a regular basis.
Calorie Breakdown
| Calories from Protein | 46% | |
| Calories from Fat | 11% | |
| Calories from Carbs | 43% |
Why this is good for you
- Very high in Protein
- High in Vitamin B6
- Very high in Vitamin E
- No Cholesterol
- Very high in Dietary Fiber
- Very high in Calcium
Why this is bad for you
- High in Sodium
Vitamin Analysis
| Name | Amount | %DV | Rank | Interpretation |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Vitamin A | 365 IU | 7.3% | ||
| Vitamin C | 6.2 mg | 10.3% | ||
| Vitamin D | 62.4 IU | 15.6% | ||
| Vitamin E | 6.5 mg | 21.6% | ||
| Thiamin | 0.22 mg | 14.5% | ||
| Riboflavin | 0.18 mg | 10.3% | ||
| Niacin | 1 mg | 5% | ||
| Vitamin B6 | 0.48 mg | 24.1% | ||
| Folate | 208.8 mcg | 52.2% | ||
| Vitamin B12 | 0 mcg | |||
| Pantothenic Acid | 0.24 mg | 2.4% |
Mineral Analysis
| Name | Amount | %DV | Rank | Interpretation |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Calcium | 411 mg | 41.1% | ||
| Iron | 8.3 mg | 45.9% | ||
| Magnesium | 163.2 mg | 40.8% | ||
| Phosphorus | 581 mg | 58.1% | ||
| Potassium | 807.8 mg | 23.1% | ||
| Sodium | 625.7 mg | 26.1% | ||
| Zinc | 3.3 mg | 22.3% | ||
| Copper | 1 mg | 51.7% | ||
| Manganese | 2.9 mg | 144.7% | ||
| Selenium | 2.7 mcg | 3.9% |
Carbohydrate Analysis
| Name | Amount | %DV | Rank | Interpretation |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Total Carbohydrate | 37.5 g | 12.5% | ||
| Dietary Fiber | 8.9 g | 35.6% | ||
| Sugars | 8.6 g |
Protein Analysis
| Name | Amount | %DV | Rank | Interpretation |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Protein | 39.5 g | 79% |
Fat Analysis
| Name | Amount | %DV | Rank | Interpretation |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Total Fat | 4.3 g | 6.6% | ||
| Saturated Fat | 1.1 g | 5.5% | ||
| Monounsaturated Fat | 0.6 g | |||
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.3 g |
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Nutrition Facts
Serving size
Amount Per Serving
Calories 323 Calories from Fat 0
% Daily Value *
Total Fat 4.3 g 6.6%
Saturated Fat 1.1 g 5.5%
Trans Fat
Cholesterol 0 mg
Sodium 625.7 mg 26.1%
Total Carbohydrates 37.5 g 12.5%
Dietary Fiber 8.9 g35.6%
Sugars 8.6 g
Protein 39.5 g 79%
Vitamin A 7.3% Vitamin C 10.3%
Calcium 41.1% Iron 45.9%
*Based on a 2000 Calorie diet
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