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Green smoothies (veg) - Recipe and Nutrition Facts
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Green smoothies (veg) Recipe

Green smoothies (veg) has a average-calorie, high-carb, low-fat and high-protein content. It is a good source of Calcium, Iron, Vitamin A, Vitamin B6, Vitamin C, Vitamin E, Thiamin, Riboflavin and Folate.

The food contains 55.7g 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 10.3 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 low 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 gives a good yield of Iron at 7.2 gms/ serving, and should be included in an Iron rich diet. Iron is essential to help carry oxygen from the lungs to the muscles and other organs, and is especially helpful for pregnant women. 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.

Our comprehensive nutrition ranking methodology, which inspects every nutrition element that this food is composed of, comes up with a nutrition ranking of 97, for Green smoothies (veg), and we advise that this food on a regular basis.

Calorie Breakdown

 Calories from Protein14%
 Calories from Fat7%
 Calories from Carbs78%

Why this is good for you

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

Why this is bad for you

Vitamin Analysis

NameAmount%DVRankInterpretation
Vitamin A46955 IU939.1%
Vitamin C207.5 mg345.8%
Vitamin D0 IU
Vitamin E6.5 mg21.6%
Thiamin0.38 mg25.3%
Riboflavin0.41 mg23.9%
Niacin4 mg20%
Vitamin B60.76 mg37.9%
Folate275.2 mcg68.8%
Vitamin B120 mcg
Pantothenic Acid1.4 mg14.1%

Mineral Analysis

NameAmount%DVRankInterpretation
Calcium363 mg36.3%
Iron7.2 mg40%
Magnesium121.6 mg30.4%
Phosphorus230 mg23%
Potassium1 mg0%
Sodium208.6 mg8.7%
Zinc1.7 mg11.6%
Copper0.67 mg33.4%
Manganese1.4 mg72.3%
Selenium3.3 mcg4.7%

Carbohydrate Analysis

NameAmount%DVRankInterpretation
Total Carbohydrate55.7 g18.6%
Dietary Fiber16.7 g66.8%
Sugars23.6 g

Protein Analysis

NameAmount%DVRankInterpretation
Protein10.3 g20.6%

Fat Analysis

NameAmount%DVRankInterpretation
Total Fat2.3 g3.5%
Saturated Fat0.4 g2%
Monounsaturated Fat0.4 g
Polyunsaturated Fat0.8 g

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Nutrition Facts

Serving size

Amount Per Serving

Calories 250 Calories from Fat 0

% Daily Value *

Total Fat 2.3 g 3.5%

Saturated Fat 0.4 g 2%

Trans Fat

Cholesterol 0 mg

Sodium 208.6 mg 8.7%

Total Carbohydrates 55.7 g 18.6%

Dietary Fiber 16.7 g66.8%

Sugars 23.6 g

Protein 10.3 g 20.6%

Vitamin A 939.1% Vitamin C 345.8%

Calcium 36.3% Iron 40%

*Based on a 2000 Calorie diet

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