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Greek Greens - Recipe and Nutrition Facts
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Greek Greens Recipe

Greek Greens has a average-calorie, low-carb, high-fat and average-protein content. It is a good source of Vitamin A and Vitamin C.

The food contains 11g of carbs. The carbohydrate profile of the the food reveals it is low in complex carbs and low 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 low sugar content puts it in the bottom 20 percentile. This is a good thing 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.

Not only that, the high fat content of this product makes it unsuitable to be eaten when trying to lose weight.

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 high density of Sodium, thus making it unsuitable for a low-sodium diet.

It belongs to Greek cuisine.

Based on the composite nutritive standing Greek Greens has been given a composite ranking of 88, and on a regular basis.

Calorie Breakdown

 Calories from Protein10%
 Calories from Fat69%
 Calories from Carbs21%

Why this is good for you

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

Why this is bad for you

  • Very high in Sodium

Vitamin Analysis

NameAmount%DVRankInterpretation
Vitamin A18000 IU360%
Vitamin C126 mg210%

Mineral Analysis

NameAmount%DVRankInterpretation
Calcium200 mg20%
Iron2.7 mg15%
Potassium630 mg18%
Sodium820 mg34.2%

Carbohydrate Analysis

NameAmount%DVRankInterpretation
Total Carbohydrate11 g3.7%
Dietary Fiber6 g24%
Sugars4 g

Protein Analysis

NameAmount%DVRankInterpretation
Protein5 g10%

Fat Analysis

NameAmount%DVRankInterpretation
Total Fat16 g24.6%
Saturated Fat2.5 g12.5%

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Nutrition Facts

Serving size

Amount Per Serving

Calories 190 Calories from Fat 150

% Daily Value *

Total Fat 16 g 24.6%

Saturated Fat 2.5 g 12.5%

Trans Fat

Cholesterol 0 mg

Sodium 820 mg 34.2%

Total Carbohydrates 11 g 3.7%

Dietary Fiber 6 g24%

Sugars 4 g

Protein 5 g 10%

Vitamin A 360% Vitamin C 210%

Calcium 20% Iron 15%

*Based on a 2000 Calorie diet

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