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It Ain't Easy Being Green - Recipe and Nutrition Facts
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It Ain't Easy Being Green Recipe

It Ain't Easy Being Green has a average-calorie, average-carb, low-fat and high-protein content. It is a good source of Vitamin A, Vitamin B6, Vitamin C and Folate.

The food contains 34.5g of carbs. The carbohydrate profile of the the food reveals it is average in complex carbs and low 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 low sugar content puts it in the bottom 20 percentile. This is a good thing for people watching their sugar intake. With 16 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.

While Sodium is an essential nutrient, excess quantities can cause several disorders like fluid retention, hypertension. Since it has a low density of Sodium, it is suitable if you are aiming for a healthy, low-sodium diet. It is also high in Magnesium, an essential micronutrient that regulates functioning of muscles and nerves and heart beat.

Based on the composite nutritive standing It Ain't Easy Being Green has been given a composite ranking of 92, and on a regular basis.

Calorie Breakdown

 Calories from Protein30%
 Calories from Fat5%
 Calories from Carbs65%

Why this is good for you

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

Why this is bad for you

Vitamin Analysis

NameAmount%DVRankInterpretation
Vitamin A8180 IU163.6%
Vitamin C34.4 mg57.3%
Vitamin D0 IU
Vitamin E1.8 mg6.1%
Thiamin0.14 mg9%
Riboflavin0.26 mg15%
Niacin1.2 mg6.2%
Vitamin B60.57 mg28.5%
Folate186 mcg46.5%
Vitamin B120 mcg
Pantothenic Acid0.42 mg4.2%

Mineral Analysis

NameAmount%DVRankInterpretation
Calcium107 mg10.7%
Iron3.1 mg17.4%
Magnesium96.4 mg24.1%
Phosphorus77 mg7.7%
Potassium963.9 mg27.5%
Sodium106.3 mg4.4%
Zinc0.74 mg4.9%
Copper0.23 mg11.3%
Manganese1.1 mg52.5%
Selenium1.6 mcg2.3%

Carbohydrate Analysis

NameAmount%DVRankInterpretation
Total Carbohydrate34.5 g11.5%
Dietary Fiber4.4 g17.6%
Sugars0.7 g

Protein Analysis

NameAmount%DVRankInterpretation
Protein16 g32%

Fat Analysis

NameAmount%DVRankInterpretation
Total Fat1.2 g1.8%
Saturated Fat0.4 g2%
Monounsaturated Fat0 g
Polyunsaturated Fat0.3 g

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Nutrition Facts

Serving size

Amount Per Serving

Calories 199 Calories from Fat 0

% Daily Value *

Total Fat 1.2 g 1.8%

Saturated Fat 0.4 g 2%

Trans Fat

Cholesterol 3.3 mg 1.1%

Sodium 106.3 mg 4.4%

Total Carbohydrates 34.5 g 11.5%

Dietary Fiber 4.4 g17.6%

Sugars 0.7 g

Protein 16 g 32%

Vitamin A 163.6% Vitamin C 57.3%

Calcium 10.7% Iron 17.4%

*Based on a 2000 Calorie diet

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