High-Protein Banana Smoothie with Ground Flaxseed (Licuado de Banana con Linaza Molida) Recipe

High-Protein Banana Smoothie with Ground Flaxseed (Licuado de Banana con Linaza Molida) has a high-calorie, average-carb, average-fat and very high-protein content. It is a good source of Calcium, Vitamin B6, Vitamin C, Vitamin D and Riboflavin.

The food contains 42.2g 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 sugar content is among the bottom 20 percentile. This is for people watching their sugar intake. With 33.4 gms of protein, it is very 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.

While Sodium is an essential nutrient, excess quantities can cause several disorders like fluid retention, hypertension. Since it has an average density of Sodium, it is suitable if you are aiming for a healthy, 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 High-Protein Banana Smoothie with Ground Flaxseed (Licuado de Banana con Linaza Molida) has been given a composite ranking of 69, and in moderation.