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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 Vitamin A and Vitamin C.

The food contains 18.9g of carbs. The carbohydrate profile of the the food reveals it is low 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 15.1 gms of protein, it is high in protein content, which is an important macronutrient that helps with tissue repair, provides energy and improves immunity.

Moreover, the average fat content makes it suitable if you're on a low-fat diet plan. It's average 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. It is also high 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 Monster Spinach Smoothie has been given a composite ranking of 86, and on a regular basis.

Calorie Breakdown

 Calories from Protein29%
 Calories from Fat35%
 Calories from Carbs36%

Why this is good for you

  • Very high in Protein
  • Very high in Vitamin A
  • Very high in Vitamin C
  • Very low in Cholesterol

Why this is bad for you

Vitamin Analysis

NameAmount%DVRankInterpretation
Vitamin A8000 IU160%
Vitamin C24 mg40%
Vitamin D0 IU
Vitamin E1.6 mg5.3%
Thiamin0.01 mg0.9%
Riboflavin0.02 mg1%
Niacin2.1 mg10.7%
Vitamin B60.07 mg3.6%
Folate12 mcg3%
Vitamin B120 mcg
Pantothenic Acid0.13 mg1.3%

Mineral Analysis

NameAmount%DVRankInterpretation
Calcium86 mg8.6%
Iron3 mg16.6%
Magnesium85.6 mg21.4%
Phosphorus59 mg5.9%
Potassium682.7 mg19.5%
Sodium177.5 mg7.4%
Zinc0.47 mg3.1%
Copper0.02 mg1.1%
Manganese0.07 mg3.6%
Selenium1.2 mcg1.7%

Carbohydrate Analysis

NameAmount%DVRankInterpretation
Total Carbohydrate18.9 g6.3%
Dietary Fiber2.9 g11.6%
Sugars12.1 g

Protein Analysis

NameAmount%DVRankInterpretation
Protein15.1 g30.2%

Fat Analysis

NameAmount%DVRankInterpretation
Total Fat8.2 g12.6%
Saturated Fat1.7 g8.5%
Monounsaturated Fat3.9 g
Polyunsaturated Fat2.2 g

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Nutrition Facts

Serving size

Amount Per Serving

Calories 198 Calories from Fat 0

% Daily Value *

Total Fat 8.2 g 12.6%

Saturated Fat 1.7 g 8.5%

Trans Fat

Cholesterol 7.5 mg 2.5%

Sodium 177.5 mg 7.4%

Total Carbohydrates 18.9 g 6.3%

Dietary Fiber 2.9 g11.6%

Sugars 12.1 g

Protein 15.1 g 30.2%

Vitamin A 160% Vitamin C 40%

Calcium 8.6% Iron 16.6%

*Based on a 2000 Calorie diet

Source: http://recipes.sparkpeople.com/recipe-calories.asp?recipe=1979990 Embed Table:

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