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Fresh fruit & Flax Seed smoothie - Recipe and Nutrition Facts
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Fresh fruit & Flax Seed smoothie Recipe

Fresh fruit & Flax Seed smoothie has a average-calorie, average-carb, low-fat and average-protein content. It is a good source of Calcium and Vitamin C.

The food contains 31.7g 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 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 low 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 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 Fresh fruit & Flax Seed smoothie has been given a composite ranking of 75, and in moderation.

Calorie Breakdown

 Calories from Protein12%
 Calories from Fat12%
 Calories from Carbs75%

Why this is good for you

  • Very high in Vitamin C
  • Very low in Cholesterol
  • No Saturated Fat
  • High in Calcium
  • Very low in Sodium

Why this is bad for you

Vitamin Analysis

NameAmount%DVRankInterpretation
Vitamin A250 IU5%
Vitamin C52 mg86.7%
Vitamin D26.8 IU6.7%
Vitamin E0 mg
Thiamin0.08 mg5%
Riboflavin0 mg
Niacin0.2 mg1%
Vitamin B60.04 mg2%
Folate30 mcg7.5%
Vitamin B120 mcg
Pantothenic Acid0 mg

Mineral Analysis

NameAmount%DVRankInterpretation
Calcium240 mg24%
Iron0.49 mg2.7%
Magnesium12 mg3%
Phosphorus50 mg5%
Potassium315 mg9%
Sodium30 mg1.3%
Zinc0 mg
Copper0 mg
Manganese0 mg
Selenium0 mcg

Carbohydrate Analysis

NameAmount%DVRankInterpretation
Total Carbohydrate31.7 g10.6%
Dietary Fiber4 g16%
Sugars22.7 g

Protein Analysis

NameAmount%DVRankInterpretation
Protein5.2 g10.4%

Fat Analysis

NameAmount%DVRankInterpretation
Total Fat2.3 g3.5%
Saturated Fat0 g
Monounsaturated Fat0 g
Polyunsaturated Fat0 g

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Nutrition Facts

Serving size

Amount Per Serving

Calories 168 Calories from Fat 0

% Daily Value *

Total Fat 2.3 g 3.5%

Saturated Fat 0 g

Trans Fat

Cholesterol 1.7 mg 0.6%

Sodium 30 mg 1.3%

Total Carbohydrates 31.7 g 10.6%

Dietary Fiber 4 g16%

Sugars 22.7 g

Protein 5.2 g 10.4%

Vitamin A 5% Vitamin C 86.7%

Calcium 24% Iron 2.7%

*Based on a 2000 Calorie diet

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