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Green Smoothie with protein - Recipe and Nutrition Facts
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Green Smoothie with protein Recipe

Green Smoothie with protein has a average-calorie, average-carb, low-fat and high-protein content. It is a good source of Vitamin C.

The food contains 18.5g 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 sugar content is among the bottom 20 percentile. This is for people watching their sugar intake. With 11.9 gms of protein, it is high 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.

It has a low 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.

Ideally consumed as a Beverage.

Based on the composite nutritive standing Green Smoothie with protein has been given a composite ranking of 74, and in moderation.

Calorie Breakdown

 Calories from Protein34%
 Calories from Fat14%
 Calories from Carbs52%

Why this is good for you

  • High in Protein
  • Very high in Vitamin C
  • Low in Saturated Fat
  • Very low in Sodium

Why this is bad for you

Vitamin Analysis

NameAmount%DVRankInterpretation
Vitamin A985 IU19.7%
Vitamin C21.4 mg35.7%
Vitamin D0 IU
Vitamin E0.6 mg2%
Thiamin0.04 mg2.7%
Riboflavin0.09 mg5.1%
Niacin0.48 mg2.4%
Vitamin B60.28 mg14%
Folate33.2 mcg8.3%
Vitamin B120 mcg
Pantothenic Acid0.23 mg2.3%

Mineral Analysis

NameAmount%DVRankInterpretation
Calcium76 mg7.6%
Iron1.2 mg6.6%
Magnesium29.2 mg7.3%
Phosphorus47 mg4.7%
Potassium320.9 mg9.2%
Sodium48.7 mg2%
Zinc0.17 mg1.1%
Copper0.08 mg4%
Manganese0.26 mg13%
Selenium0.7 mcg1%

Carbohydrate Analysis

NameAmount%DVRankInterpretation
Total Carbohydrate18.5 g6.2%
Dietary Fiber4.4 g17.6%
Sugars9.1 g

Protein Analysis

NameAmount%DVRankInterpretation
Protein11.9 g23.8%

Fat Analysis

NameAmount%DVRankInterpretation
Total Fat2.2 g3.4%
Saturated Fat0.8 g4%
Monounsaturated Fat0.1 g
Polyunsaturated Fat0.2 g

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Nutrition Facts

Serving size

Amount Per Serving

Calories 129 Calories from Fat 0

% Daily Value *

Total Fat 2.2 g 3.4%

Saturated Fat 0.8 g 4%

Trans Fat

Cholesterol 23.3 mg 7.8%

Sodium 48.7 mg 2%

Total Carbohydrates 18.5 g 6.2%

Dietary Fiber 4.4 g17.6%

Sugars 9.1 g

Protein 11.9 g 23.8%

Vitamin A 19.7% Vitamin C 35.7%

Calcium 7.6% Iron 6.6%

*Based on a 2000 Calorie diet

Source: http://recipes.sparkpeople.com/recipe-calories.asp?recipe=2066982 Embed Table:

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