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Spinach Banana Green Smoothie - Recipe and Nutrition Facts
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Spinach Banana Green Smoothie Recipe

Spinach Banana Green Smoothie has a low-calorie, low-carb, low-fat and average-protein content. It is a good source of Vitamin A, Vitamin B6, Vitamin C and Folate.

The food contains 13.9g 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 3.4 gms of protein, it is average in protein content, which is an important macronutrient that helps with tissue repair, provides energy and improves immunity.

On top of that, the low 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.

Ideally consumed as a Beverage.

Based on the composite nutritive standing Spinach Banana Green Smoothie has been given a composite ranking of 95, and on a regular basis.

Calorie Breakdown

 Calories from Protein15%
 Calories from Fat22%
 Calories from Carbs62%

Why this is good for you

  • High in Vitamin B6
  • Very high in Vitamin A
  • Very high in Vitamin C
  • No Cholesterol
  • Very low in Saturated Fat
  • Very low in Sodium

Why this is bad for you

Vitamin Analysis

NameAmount%DVRankInterpretation
Vitamin A5100 IU102%
Vitamin C21 mg35%
Vitamin D0 IU
Vitamin E1.1 mg3.8%
Thiamin0.11 mg7.6%
Riboflavin0.18 mg10.4%
Niacin0.64 mg3.2%
Vitamin B60.4 mg20.1%
Folate122.4 mcg30.6%
Vitamin B120 mcg
Pantothenic Acid0.17 mg1.7%

Mineral Analysis

NameAmount%DVRankInterpretation
Calcium60 mg6%
Iron2.1 mg11.7%
Magnesium81.6 mg20.4%
Phosphorus97 mg9.7%
Potassium511 mg14.6%
Sodium43.2 mg1.8%
Zinc0.78 mg5.2%
Copper0.13 mg6.6%
Manganese1.1 mg52.9%
Selenium1.1 mcg1.5%

Carbohydrate Analysis

NameAmount%DVRankInterpretation
Total Carbohydrate13.9 g4.6%
Dietary Fiber2.8 g11.2%
Sugars6.1 g

Protein Analysis

NameAmount%DVRankInterpretation
Protein3.4 g6.8%

Fat Analysis

NameAmount%DVRankInterpretation
Total Fat2.2 g3.4%
Saturated Fat0.4 g2%
Monounsaturated Fat0.3 g
Polyunsaturated Fat1.5 g

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Nutrition Facts

Serving size

Amount Per Serving

Calories 80 Calories from Fat 0

% Daily Value *

Total Fat 2.2 g 3.4%

Saturated Fat 0.4 g 2%

Trans Fat

Cholesterol 0 mg

Sodium 43.2 mg 1.8%

Total Carbohydrates 13.9 g 4.6%

Dietary Fiber 2.8 g11.2%

Sugars 6.1 g

Protein 3.4 g 6.8%

Vitamin A 102% Vitamin C 35%

Calcium 6% Iron 11.7%

*Based on a 2000 Calorie diet

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