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Quick & Easy Protein Shake - Recipe and Nutrition Facts
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Quick & Easy Protein Shake Recipe

Quick & Easy Protein Shake has a average-calorie, average-carb, low-fat and high-protein content. It is a good source of Calcium and Vitamin C.

The food contains 22.3g of carbs. The carbohydrate profile of the the food reveals it is low 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 average sugar content puts it in the bottom 20 percentile. This is a good thing for people watching their sugar intake. With 15.5 gms of protein, it is high in protein content, which is an important macronutrient that helps with tissue repair, provides energy and improves immunity.

However, the low 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 a low density of Sodium, it is suitable if you are aiming for a healthy, low-sodium diet. Besides other nutrients, it is average 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.

Based on the composite nutritive standing Quick & Easy Protein Shake has been given a composite ranking of 63, and in moderation.

Calorie Breakdown

 Calories from Protein38%
 Calories from Fat8%
 Calories from Carbs54%

Why this is good for you

  • Very high in Protein
  • Very high in Vitamin C
  • Very low in Saturated Fat
  • Very high in Calcium
  • Very low in Sodium

Why this is bad for you

Vitamin Analysis

NameAmount%DVRankInterpretation
Vitamin A150 IU3%
Vitamin C39 mg65%
Vitamin D0 IU
Vitamin E0 mg
Thiamin0.03 mg2%
Riboflavin0 mg
Niacin0.4 mg2%
Vitamin B60.06 mg3%
Folate0 mcg
Vitamin B120 mcg
Pantothenic Acid0.1 mg1%

Mineral Analysis

NameAmount%DVRankInterpretation
Calcium950 mg95%
Iron0.36 mg2%
Magnesium64 mg16%
Phosphorus880 mg88%
Potassium265 mg7.6%
Sodium47.5 mg2%
Zinc0 mg
Copper0.06 mg3%
Manganese0.04 mg2%
Selenium0 mcg

Carbohydrate Analysis

NameAmount%DVRankInterpretation
Total Carbohydrate22.3 g7.4%
Dietary Fiber4 g16%
Sugars15.8 g

Protein Analysis

NameAmount%DVRankInterpretation
Protein15.5 g31%

Fat Analysis

NameAmount%DVRankInterpretation
Total Fat1.5 g2.3%
Saturated Fat0.5 g2.5%
Monounsaturated Fat0 g
Polyunsaturated Fat0 g

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Nutrition Facts

Serving size

Amount Per Serving

Calories 163 Calories from Fat 0

% Daily Value *

Total Fat 1.5 g 2.3%

Saturated Fat 0.5 g 2.5%

Trans Fat

Cholesterol 45 mg 15%

Sodium 47.5 mg 2%

Total Carbohydrates 22.3 g 7.4%

Dietary Fiber 4 g16%

Sugars 15.8 g

Protein 15.5 g 31%

Vitamin A 3% Vitamin C 65%

Calcium 95% Iron 2%

*Based on a 2000 Calorie diet

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