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Tropical Blueberry Smoothie - Recipe and Nutrition Facts
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Tropical Blueberry Smoothie Recipe

Tropical Blueberry Smoothie has a average-calorie, high-carb, low-fat and low-protein content. It is a good source of Vitamin B6 and Vitamin C.

The food contains 67g 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 2.1 gms of protein, it is low in protein content, which is an important macronutrient that helps with tissue repair, provides energy and improves immunity.

Not only 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.

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.

Our comprehensive nutrition ranking methodology, which inspects every nutrition element that this food is composed of, comes up with a nutrition ranking of 80, for Tropical Blueberry Smoothie, and we advise that this food on a regular basis.

Calorie Breakdown

 Calories from Protein3%
 Calories from Fat5%
 Calories from Carbs92%

Why this is good for you

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

Why this is bad for you

Vitamin Analysis

NameAmount%DVRankInterpretation
Vitamin A935 IU18.7%
Vitamin C45.8 mg76.3%
Vitamin D0 IU
Vitamin E2.3 mg7.6%
Thiamin0.14 mg9.6%
Riboflavin0.21 mg12.3%
Niacin1.6 mg7.8%
Vitamin B60.9 mg44.8%
Folate42.8 mcg10.7%
Vitamin B120 mcg
Pantothenic Acid0.59 mg5.9%

Mineral Analysis

NameAmount%DVRankInterpretation
Calcium30 mg3%
Iron0.79 mg4.4%
Magnesium52.4 mg13.1%
Phosphorus47 mg4.7%
Potassium772.2 mg22.1%
Sodium4.9 mg0.2%
Zinc0.32 mg2.1%
Copper0.29 mg14.6%
Manganese0.33 mg16.4%
Selenium2.2 mcg3.2%

Carbohydrate Analysis

NameAmount%DVRankInterpretation
Total Carbohydrate67 g22.3%
Dietary Fiber8.8 g35.2%
Sugars33.6 g

Protein Analysis

NameAmount%DVRankInterpretation
Protein2.1 g4.2%

Fat Analysis

NameAmount%DVRankInterpretation
Total Fat1.6 g2.5%
Saturated Fat0.5 g2.5%
Monounsaturated Fat0.3 g
Polyunsaturated Fat0.5 g

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Nutrition Facts

Serving size

Amount Per Serving

Calories 262 Calories from Fat 0

% Daily Value *

Total Fat 1.6 g 2.5%

Saturated Fat 0.5 g 2.5%

Trans Fat

Cholesterol 0 mg

Sodium 4.9 mg 0.2%

Total Carbohydrates 67 g 22.3%

Dietary Fiber 8.8 g35.2%

Sugars 33.6 g

Protein 2.1 g 4.2%

Vitamin A 18.7% Vitamin C 76.3%

Calcium 3% Iron 4.4%

*Based on a 2000 Calorie diet

Source: http://recipes.sparkpeople.com/recipe-calories.asp?recipe=1065841 Embed Table:

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