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Quick Smoothie - Recipe and Nutrition Facts
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Quick Smoothie Recipe

Quick Smoothie has a average-calorie, average-carb, low-fat and average-protein content. It is a good source of Vitamin C.

The food contains 48.8g 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 7.7 gms of protein, it is average 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.

Ideally consumed as a Beverage.

Based on the composite nutritive standing Quick Smoothie has been given a composite ranking of 69, and in moderation.

Calorie Breakdown

 Calories from Protein14%
 Calories from Fat1%
 Calories from Carbs86%

Why this is good for you

  • Very high in Vitamin C
  • Very low in Cholesterol
  • No Saturated Fat
  • Very low in Sodium

Why this is bad for you

Vitamin Analysis

NameAmount%DVRankInterpretation
Vitamin A65 IU1.3%
Vitamin C100.4 mg167.4%
Vitamin D0 IU
Vitamin E0.4 mg1.3%
Thiamin0.03 mg2.2%
Riboflavin0.06 mg3.5%
Niacin0.7 mg3.5%
Vitamin B60.04 mg2.2%
Folate25.6 mcg6.4%
Vitamin B120 mcg
Pantothenic Acid0.17 mg1.7%

Mineral Analysis

NameAmount%DVRankInterpretation
Calcium24 mg2.4%
Iron1.2 mg6.5%
Magnesium16.4 mg4.1%
Phosphorus20 mg2%
Potassium279.5 mg8%
Sodium16.9 mg0.7%
Zinc0.21 mg1.4%
Copper0.08 mg3.8%
Manganese0.44 mg22%
Selenium1.1 mcg1.6%

Carbohydrate Analysis

NameAmount%DVRankInterpretation
Total Carbohydrate48.8 g16.3%
Dietary Fiber3.2 g12.8%
Sugars29.3 g

Protein Analysis

NameAmount%DVRankInterpretation
Protein7.7 g15.4%

Fat Analysis

NameAmount%DVRankInterpretation
Total Fat0.2 g0.31%
Saturated Fat0 g
Monounsaturated Fat0 g
Polyunsaturated Fat0.1 g

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Nutrition Facts

Serving size

Amount Per Serving

Calories 224 Calories from Fat 0

% Daily Value *

Total Fat 0.2 g 0.31%

Saturated Fat 0 g

Trans Fat

Cholesterol 2 mg 0.7%

Sodium 16.9 mg 0.7%

Total Carbohydrates 48.8 g 16.3%

Dietary Fiber 3.2 g12.8%

Sugars 29.3 g

Protein 7.7 g 15.4%

Vitamin A 1.3% Vitamin C 167.4%

Calcium 2.4% Iron 6.5%

*Based on a 2000 Calorie diet

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