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Green Fruit & Veggie Smoothie - Recipe and Nutrition Facts
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Green Fruit & Veggie Smoothie Recipe

Green Fruit & Veggie Smoothie has a average-calorie, average-carb, low-fat and average-protein content. It is a good source of Vitamin A, Vitamin B6 and Vitamin C.

The food contains 43.5g of carbs. The carbohydrate profile of the the food reveals it is average 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 2.6 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. 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 Green Fruit & Veggie Smoothie has been given a composite ranking of 90, and on a regular basis.

Calorie Breakdown

 Calories from Protein5%
 Calories from Fat4%
 Calories from Carbs91%

Why this is good for you

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

Why this is bad for you

Vitamin Analysis

NameAmount%DVRankInterpretation
Vitamin A11555 IU231.1%
Vitamin C66.4 mg110.7%
Vitamin D0 IU
Vitamin E1.5 mg5.1%
Thiamin0.17 mg11.5%
Riboflavin0.19 mg10.9%
Niacin1.6 mg7.9%
Vitamin B60.51 mg25.7%
Folate80 mcg20%
Vitamin B120 mcg
Pantothenic Acid0.65 mg6.5%

Mineral Analysis

NameAmount%DVRankInterpretation
Calcium79 mg7.9%
Iron1.1 mg6.1%
Magnesium48.8 mg12.2%
Phosphorus65 mg6.5%
Potassium786.1 mg22.5%
Sodium69.9 mg2.9%
Zinc0.47 mg3.1%
Copper0.2 mg10%
Manganese0.47 mg23.3%
Selenium1.5 mcg2.2%

Carbohydrate Analysis

NameAmount%DVRankInterpretation
Total Carbohydrate43.5 g14.5%
Dietary Fiber8.2 g32.8%
Sugars27.4 g

Protein Analysis

NameAmount%DVRankInterpretation
Protein2.6 g5.2%

Fat Analysis

NameAmount%DVRankInterpretation
Total Fat0.8 g1.2%
Saturated Fat0.2 g1%
Monounsaturated Fat0.1 g
Polyunsaturated Fat0.3 g

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Nutrition Facts

Serving size

Amount Per Serving

Calories 175 Calories from Fat 0

% Daily Value *

Total Fat 0.8 g 1.2%

Saturated Fat 0.2 g 1%

Trans Fat

Cholesterol 0 mg

Sodium 69.9 mg 2.9%

Total Carbohydrates 43.5 g 14.5%

Dietary Fiber 8.2 g32.8%

Sugars 27.4 g

Protein 2.6 g 5.2%

Vitamin A 231.1% Vitamin C 110.7%

Calcium 7.9% Iron 6.1%

*Based on a 2000 Calorie diet

Source: http://recipes.sparkpeople.com/recipe-calories.asp?recipe=2124193 Embed Table:

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