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Low Carb Chocolate Protein Shake - Recipe and Nutrition Facts
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Low Carb Chocolate Protein Shake Recipe

Low Carb Chocolate Protein Shake has a high-calorie, low-carb, very high-fat and high-protein content. It is a good source of Vitamin A.

The food contains 11.3g of carbs. The carbohydrate profile of the the food reveals it is low 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 sugar content is among the bottom 20 percentile. This is for people watching their sugar intake. With 12.6 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 very high fat content of this product makes it unsuitable to be eaten when trying to lose weight. It's high 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".

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 average in Magnesium, an essential micronutrient that regulates functioning of muscles and nerves and heart beat.

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 25, for Low Carb Chocolate Protein Shake, and we advise that this food in moderation.

Calorie Breakdown

 Calories from Protein10%
 Calories from Fat81%
 Calories from Carbs9%

Why this is good for you

  • High in Protein
  • Very high in Vitamin A
  • Low in Sodium

Why this is bad for you

  • Very high in Cholesterol
  • Very high in Saturated Fat

Vitamin Analysis

NameAmount%DVRankInterpretation
Vitamin A1750 IU35%
Vitamin C0.72 mg1.2%
Vitamin D62 IU15.5%
Vitamin E0.78 mg2.6%
Thiamin0.03 mg2.3%
Riboflavin0.16 mg9.2%
Niacin0.28 mg1.4%
Vitamin B60.04 mg2.2%
Folate8.4 mcg2.1%
Vitamin B120.22 mcg3.6%
Pantothenic Acid0.33 mg3.3%

Mineral Analysis

NameAmount%DVRankInterpretation
Calcium94 mg9.4%
Iron1.5 mg8.5%
Magnesium63.6 mg15.9%
Phosphorus153 mg15.3%
Potassium313.8 mg9%
Sodium69.9 mg2.9%
Zinc1 mg6.7%
Copper0.42 mg21.2%
Manganese0.42 mg20.8%
Selenium2.2 mcg3.1%

Carbohydrate Analysis

NameAmount%DVRankInterpretation
Total Carbohydrate11.3 g3.8%
Dietary Fiber4.6 g18.4%
Sugars1.3 g

Protein Analysis

NameAmount%DVRankInterpretation
Protein12.6 g25.2%

Fat Analysis

NameAmount%DVRankInterpretation
Total Fat46 g70.8%
Saturated Fat28.3 g141.5%
Monounsaturated Fat13.2 g
Polyunsaturated Fat1.7 g

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Nutrition Facts

Serving size

Amount Per Serving

Calories 475 Calories from Fat 0

% Daily Value *

Total Fat 46 g 70.8%

Saturated Fat 28.3 g 141.5%

Trans Fat

Cholesterol 173 mg 57.7%

Sodium 69.9 mg 2.9%

Total Carbohydrates 11.3 g 3.8%

Dietary Fiber 4.6 g18.4%

Sugars 1.3 g

Protein 12.6 g 25.2%

Vitamin A 35% Vitamin C 1.2%

Calcium 9.4% Iron 8.5%

*Based on a 2000 Calorie diet

Source: http://recipes.sparkpeople.com/recipe-calories.asp?recipe=2069844 Embed Table:

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