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'Green Monster' Spinach Smoothie - Recipe and Nutrition Facts
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'Green Monster' Spinach Smoothie Recipe

'Green Monster' Spinach Smoothie has a average-calorie, average-carb, average-fat and high-protein content. It is a good source of Calcium, Vitamin A, Vitamin B6, Vitamin C, Vitamin D, Vitamin E and Folate.

The food contains 32.5g 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 average sugar content puts it in the bottom 20 percentile. This is a good thing for people watching their sugar intake. With 18.5 gms of protein, it is high in protein content, which is an important macronutrient that helps with tissue repair, provides energy and improves immunity.

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

It has an average density of Sodium, thus making it suitable 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.

Based on the composite nutritive standing 'Green Monster' Spinach Smoothie has been given a composite ranking of 89, and on a regular basis.

Calorie Breakdown

 Calories from Protein24%
 Calories from Fat35%
 Calories from Carbs41%

Why this is good for you

  • Very high in Protein
  • High in Vitamin B6
  • Very high in Vitamin A
  • High in Vitamin D
  • Very high in Vitamin C
  • Very high in Vitamin E

Why this is bad for you

Vitamin Analysis

NameAmount%DVRankInterpretation
Vitamin A6190 IU123.8%
Vitamin C24.2 mg40.4%
Vitamin D100 IU25%
Vitamin E11.4 mg37.9%
Thiamin0.08 mg5.5%
Riboflavin0.2 mg11.5%
Niacin0.88 mg4.4%
Vitamin B60.59 mg29.3%
Folate131.6 mcg32.9%
Vitamin B120 mcg
Pantothenic Acid0.25 mg2.5%

Mineral Analysis

NameAmount%DVRankInterpretation
Calcium514 mg51.4%
Iron2.6 mg14.4%
Magnesium87.2 mg21.8%
Phosphorus65 mg6.5%
Potassium845.6 mg24.2%
Sodium333.2 mg13.9%
Zinc0.45 mg3%
Copper0.16 mg8.1%
Manganese0.66 mg33.1%
Selenium1.5 mcg2.1%

Carbohydrate Analysis

NameAmount%DVRankInterpretation
Total Carbohydrate32.5 g10.8%
Dietary Fiber5.2 g20.8%
Sugars14.8 g

Protein Analysis

NameAmount%DVRankInterpretation
Protein18.5 g37%

Fat Analysis

NameAmount%DVRankInterpretation
Total Fat12.2 g18.8%
Saturated Fat1.5 g7.5%
Monounsaturated Fat0.1 g
Polyunsaturated Fat0.2 g

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Nutrition Facts

Serving size

Amount Per Serving

Calories 298 Calories from Fat 0

% Daily Value *

Total Fat 12.2 g 18.8%

Saturated Fat 1.5 g 7.5%

Trans Fat

Cholesterol 0 mg

Sodium 333.2 mg 13.9%

Total Carbohydrates 32.5 g 10.8%

Dietary Fiber 5.2 g20.8%

Sugars 14.8 g

Protein 18.5 g 37%

Vitamin A 123.8% Vitamin C 40.4%

Calcium 51.4% Iron 14.4%

*Based on a 2000 Calorie diet

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