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Great Tropical Smoothie - Recipe and Nutrition Facts
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Great Tropical Smoothie Recipe

Great Tropical Smoothie has a average-calorie, average-carb, low-fat and average-protein content. It is a good source of Vitamin C.

The food contains 43g 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 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 Great Tropical Smoothie has been given a composite ranking of 62, and in moderation.

Calorie Breakdown

 Calories from Protein10%
 Calories from Fat0%
 Calories from Carbs90%

Why this is good for you

  • Very high in Vitamin C
  • No Cholesterol
  • No Saturated Fat
  • Low in Sodium

Why this is bad for you

Vitamin Analysis

NameAmount%DVRankInterpretation
Vitamin A400 IU8%
Vitamin C120 mg200%
Vitamin D0 IU
Vitamin E0 mg
Thiamin0 mg
Riboflavin0 mg
Niacin0 mg
Vitamin B60 mg
Folate0 mcg
Vitamin B120 mcg
Pantothenic Acid0 mg

Mineral Analysis

NameAmount%DVRankInterpretation
Calcium150 mg15%
Iron0.36 mg2%
Magnesium0 mg
Phosphorus0 mg
Potassium285 mg8.1%
Sodium100 mg4.2%
Zinc0 mg
Copper0 mg
Manganese0 mg
Selenium0 mcg

Carbohydrate Analysis

NameAmount%DVRankInterpretation
Total Carbohydrate43 g14.3%
Dietary Fiber2 g8%
Sugars37 g

Protein Analysis

NameAmount%DVRankInterpretation
Protein5 g10%

Fat Analysis

NameAmount%DVRankInterpretation
Total Fat0 g
Saturated Fat0 g
Monounsaturated Fat0 g
Polyunsaturated Fat0 g

Popular Questions Asked

Nutrition Facts

Serving size

Amount Per Serving

Calories 205 Calories from Fat 0

% Daily Value *

Total Fat 0 g

Saturated Fat 0 g

Trans Fat

Cholesterol 0 mg

Sodium 100 mg 4.2%

Total Carbohydrates 43 g 14.3%

Dietary Fiber 2 g8%

Sugars 37 g

Protein 5 g 10%

Vitamin A 8% Vitamin C 200%

Calcium 15% Iron 2%

*Based on a 2000 Calorie diet

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