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Watermelon Banana slushie - Recipe and Nutrition Facts
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Watermelon Banana slushie Recipe

Watermelon Banana slushie has a average-calorie, very high-carb, low-fat and average-protein content. It is a good source of Vitamin A, Vitamin B6, Vitamin C and Thiamin.

The food contains 75.1g of carbs. The carbohydrate profile of the the food reveals it is average in complex carbs and very 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 very high sugar content puts it in the bottom 20 percentile. This is a good thing for people watching their sugar intake. With 3.7 gms of protein, it is average in protein content, which is an important macronutrient that helps with tissue repair, provides energy and improves immunity.

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.

It has a low density of Sodium, thus making it suitable for a low-sodium diet. It is also average in Magnesium, an essential micronutrient that regulates functioning of muscles and nerves and heart beat.

Based on the composite nutritive standing Watermelon Banana slushie has been given a composite ranking of 70, and in moderation.

Calorie Breakdown

 Calories from Protein4%
 Calories from Fat6%
 Calories from Carbs90%

Why this is good for you

  • Very high in Vitamin B6
  • High in Vitamin A
  • Very high in Vitamin C
  • High in Thiamin
  • No Cholesterol
  • Low in Saturated Fat

Why this is bad for you

Vitamin Analysis

NameAmount%DVRankInterpretation
Vitamin A1260 IU25.2%
Vitamin C51.8 mg86.3%
Vitamin D0 IU
Vitamin E0.9 mg3%
Thiamin0.32 mg21.1%
Riboflavin0.21 mg12.6%
Niacin1.4 mg7.2%
Vitamin B61.2 mg62.3%
Folate34.8 mcg8.7%
Vitamin B120 mcg
Pantothenic Acid1.1 mg11%

Mineral Analysis

NameAmount%DVRankInterpretation
Calcium45 mg4.5%
Iron1.3 mg7%
Magnesium75.2 mg18.8%
Phosphorus62 mg6.2%
Potassium941 mg26.9%
Sodium9.1 mg0.4%
Zinc0.53 mg3.5%
Copper0.27 mg13.5%
Manganese0.34 mg16.9%
Selenium2 mcg2.9%

Carbohydrate Analysis

NameAmount%DVRankInterpretation
Total Carbohydrate75.1 g25%
Dietary Fiber5.8 g23.2%
Sugars54.9 g

Protein Analysis

NameAmount%DVRankInterpretation
Protein3.7 g7.4%

Fat Analysis

NameAmount%DVRankInterpretation
Total Fat2.2 g3.4%
Saturated Fat0.6 g3%
Monounsaturated Fat0.6 g
Polyunsaturated Fat0.6 g

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Nutrition Facts

Serving size

Amount Per Serving

Calories 298 Calories from Fat 0

% Daily Value *

Total Fat 2.2 g 3.4%

Saturated Fat 0.6 g 3%

Trans Fat

Cholesterol 0 mg

Sodium 9.1 mg 0.4%

Total Carbohydrates 75.1 g 25%

Dietary Fiber 5.8 g23.2%

Sugars 54.9 g

Protein 3.7 g 7.4%

Vitamin A 25.2% Vitamin C 86.3%

Calcium 4.5% Iron 7%

*Based on a 2000 Calorie diet

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