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Pink Slush - Recipe and Nutrition Facts
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Pink Slush Recipe

Pink Slush has a high-calorie, very high-carb, average-fat and average-protein content. It is a good source of Vitamin B6, Vitamin C, Riboflavin, Folate and Pantothenic Acid.

The food contains 85.5g of carbs. The carbohydrate profile of the the food reveals it is very high 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 5 gms of protein, it is average in protein content, which is an important macronutrient that helps with tissue repair, provides energy and improves immunity.

Not only that, the average 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 has a low density of Sodium, thus making it suitable for a low-sodium diet. It is also high in Magnesium, an essential micronutrient that regulates functioning of muscles and nerves and heart beat. It is also average in Selenium, an important antioxidant especially in combination with Vitamin E. Given that this is also average in Vitamin E, it is qualifies as good food source.

Based on the composite nutritive standing Pink Slush has been given a composite ranking of 93, and on a regular basis.

Calorie Breakdown

 Calories from Protein5%
 Calories from Fat8%
 Calories from Carbs87%

Why this is good for you

  • High in Vitamin B6
  • Very high in Vitamin C
  • High in Riboflavin
  • No Cholesterol
  • Very low in Saturated Fat
  • Very high in Dietary Fiber

Why this is bad for you

Vitamin Analysis

NameAmount%DVRankInterpretation
Vitamin A825 IU16.5%
Vitamin C387 mg645%
Vitamin D0 IU
Vitamin E1.9 mg6.3%
Thiamin0.29 mg19%
Riboflavin0.49 mg29%
Niacin2.4 mg12%
Vitamin B60.58 mg29%
Folate134.8 mcg33.7%
Vitamin B120 mcg
Pantothenic Acid2.4 mg24%

Mineral Analysis

NameAmount%DVRankInterpretation
Calcium102 mg10.2%
Iron2.9 mg16%
Magnesium86 mg21.5%
Phosphorus133 mg13.3%
Potassium1 mg0%
Sodium9 mg0.4%
Zinc0.93 mg6.2%
Copper0.53 mg26.4%
Manganese3.9 mg193.2%
Selenium5.5 mcg7.9%

Carbohydrate Analysis

NameAmount%DVRankInterpretation
Total Carbohydrate85.5 g28.5%
Dietary Fiber17.4 g69.6%
Sugars12.2 g

Protein Analysis

NameAmount%DVRankInterpretation
Protein5 g10%

Fat Analysis

NameAmount%DVRankInterpretation
Total Fat3.3 g5.1%
Saturated Fat0.2 g1%
Monounsaturated Fat0.5 g
Polyunsaturated Fat1.4 g

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Nutrition Facts

Serving size

Amount Per Serving

Calories 350 Calories from Fat 0

% Daily Value *

Total Fat 3.3 g 5.1%

Saturated Fat 0.2 g 1%

Trans Fat

Cholesterol 0 mg

Sodium 9 mg 0.4%

Total Carbohydrates 85.5 g 28.5%

Dietary Fiber 17.4 g69.6%

Sugars 12.2 g

Protein 5 g 10%

Vitamin A 16.5% Vitamin C 645%

Calcium 10.2% Iron 16%

*Based on a 2000 Calorie diet

Source: http://recipes.sparkpeople.com/recipe-calories.asp?recipe=661060 Embed Table:

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