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Green Smoothie Variation - Recipe and Nutrition Facts
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Green Smoothie Variation Recipe

Green Smoothie Variation 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, Riboflavin and Folate.

The food contains 32.8g 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 high sugar content puts it in the bottom 20 percentile. This is a good thing for people watching their sugar intake. With 12 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 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. It is also average in Magnesium, an essential micronutrient that regulates functioning of muscles and nerves and heart beat. It is also an average source of Selenium, which is an important antioxidant especially in combination with vitamin E.

Ideally consumed as a Beverage.

Based on the composite nutritive standing Green Smoothie Variation has been given a composite ranking of 85, and on a regular basis.

Calorie Breakdown

 Calories from Protein19%
 Calories from Fat29%
 Calories from Carbs52%

Why this is good for you

  • High in Protein
  • High in Vitamin B6
  • Very high in Vitamin A
  • Very high in Vitamin C
  • High in Riboflavin
  • Very low in Cholesterol

Why this is bad for you

Vitamin Analysis

NameAmount%DVRankInterpretation
Vitamin A4970 IU99.4%
Vitamin C21.5 mg35.8%
Vitamin D50 IU12.5%
Vitamin E0.72 mg2.4%
Thiamin0.22 mg14.9%
Riboflavin0.34 mg20.1%
Niacin1.6 mg7.9%
Vitamin B60.51 mg25.6%
Folate82.4 mcg20.6%
Vitamin B120.5 mcg8.3%
Pantothenic Acid0.7 mg7%

Mineral Analysis

NameAmount%DVRankInterpretation
Calcium204 mg20.4%
Iron1.8 mg10.2%
Magnesium60.8 mg15.2%
Phosphorus197 mg19.7%
Potassium667.8 mg19.1%
Sodium183.1 mg7.6%
Zinc1.1 mg7.6%
Copper0.17 mg8.3%
Manganese0.44 mg22.2%
Selenium4.5 mcg6.4%

Carbohydrate Analysis

NameAmount%DVRankInterpretation
Total Carbohydrate32.8 g10.9%
Dietary Fiber6 g24%
Sugars17.3 g

Protein Analysis

NameAmount%DVRankInterpretation
Protein12 g24%

Fat Analysis

NameAmount%DVRankInterpretation
Total Fat8.1 g12.5%
Saturated Fat1.4 g7%
Monounsaturated Fat0.2 g
Polyunsaturated Fat0.2 g

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Nutrition Facts

Serving size

Amount Per Serving

Calories 244 Calories from Fat 0

% Daily Value *

Total Fat 8.1 g 12.5%

Saturated Fat 1.4 g 7%

Trans Fat

Cholesterol 3.7 mg 1.2%

Sodium 183.1 mg 7.6%

Total Carbohydrates 32.8 g 10.9%

Dietary Fiber 6 g24%

Sugars 17.3 g

Protein 12 g 24%

Vitamin A 99.4% Vitamin C 35.8%

Calcium 20.4% Iron 10.2%

*Based on a 2000 Calorie diet

Source: http://recipes.sparkpeople.com/recipe-calories.asp?recipe=2441468 Embed Table:

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