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Rita's Breakfast Smoothie - Recipe and Nutrition Facts
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Rita's Breakfast Smoothie Recipe

Rita's Breakfast Smoothie has a average-calorie, average-carb, average-fat and high-protein content. It is a good source of Calcium, Vitamin B12, Vitamin C and Vitamin D.

The food contains 23.1g 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 sugar content is among the bottom 20 percentile. This is for people watching their sugar intake. With 11.1 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 average 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.

It has an average density of Sodium, thus making it suitable for a 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 Rita's Breakfast Smoothie has been given a composite ranking of 87, and on a regular basis.

Calorie Breakdown

 Calories from Protein26%
 Calories from Fat19%
 Calories from Carbs55%

Why this is good for you

  • High in Protein
  • Very high in Vitamin D
  • Very high in Vitamin C
  • Very low in Cholesterol
  • Very low in Saturated Fat
  • High in Calcium

Why this is bad for you

Vitamin Analysis

NameAmount%DVRankInterpretation
Vitamin A700 IU14%
Vitamin C21.4 mg35.6%
Vitamin D125.2 IU31.3%
Vitamin E0.38 mg1.3%
Thiamin0 mg
Riboflavin0 mg
Niacin0.38 mg1.9%
Vitamin B60 mg
Folate14.8 mcg3.7%
Vitamin B121.5 mcg25%
Pantothenic Acid0.88 mg8.8%

Mineral Analysis

NameAmount%DVRankInterpretation
Calcium288 mg28.8%
Iron0.25 mg1.4%
Magnesium39.2 mg9.8%
Phosphorus111 mg11.1%
Potassium107.9 mg3.1%
Sodium127.1 mg5.3%
Zinc0.12 mg0.8%
Copper0 mg
Manganese0.5 mg25%
Selenium0.49 mcg0.7%

Carbohydrate Analysis

NameAmount%DVRankInterpretation
Total Carbohydrate23.1 g7.7%
Dietary Fiber5 g20%
Sugars11.1 g

Protein Analysis

NameAmount%DVRankInterpretation
Protein11.1 g22.2%

Fat Analysis

NameAmount%DVRankInterpretation
Total Fat3.5 g5.4%
Saturated Fat0.4 g2%
Monounsaturated Fat0.6 g
Polyunsaturated Fat2.4 g

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Nutrition Facts

Serving size

Amount Per Serving

Calories 161 Calories from Fat 0

% Daily Value *

Total Fat 3.5 g 5.4%

Saturated Fat 0.4 g 2%

Trans Fat

Cholesterol 2.5 mg 0.8%

Sodium 127.1 mg 5.3%

Total Carbohydrates 23.1 g 7.7%

Dietary Fiber 5 g20%

Sugars 11.1 g

Protein 11.1 g 22.2%

Vitamin A 14% Vitamin C 35.6%

Calcium 28.8% Iron 1.4%

*Based on a 2000 Calorie diet

Source: http://recipes.sparkpeople.com/recipe-calories.asp?recipe=738131 Embed Table:

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