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Watermelon Cucumber Greens - Recipe and Nutrition Facts
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Watermelon Cucumber Greens Recipe

Watermelon Cucumber Greens has a average-calorie, average-carb, average-fat and average-protein content. It is a good source of Calcium, Iron, Vitamin A, Vitamin B6, Vitamin C, Vitamin E, Thiamin, Folate and Pantothenic Acid.

The food contains 48.3g 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 gms of protein, it is average 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 gives a good yield of Iron at 9.2 gms/ serving, and should be included in an Iron rich diet. Iron is essential to help carry oxygen from the lungs to the muscles and other organs, and is especially helpful for pregnant women. It has an average 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.

Based on the composite nutritive standing Watermelon Cucumber Greens has been given a composite ranking of 95, and on a regular basis.

Calorie Breakdown

 Calories from Protein11%
 Calories from Fat12%
 Calories from Carbs77%

Why this is good for you

  • High in Vitamin B6
  • Very high in Vitamin A
  • Very high in Vitamin C
  • Very high in Vitamin E
  • Very high in Thiamin
  • No Cholesterol

Why this is bad for you

Vitamin Analysis

NameAmount%DVRankInterpretation
Vitamin A15255 IU305.1%
Vitamin C178.8 mg298%
Vitamin D0 IU
Vitamin E79.7 mg265.5%
Thiamin0.87 mg57.8%
Riboflavin0.17 mg9.8%
Niacin1.5 mg7.3%
Vitamin B60.57 mg28.3%
Folate125.2 mcg31.3%
Vitamin B120 mcg
Pantothenic Acid3.3 mg33.4%

Mineral Analysis

NameAmount%DVRankInterpretation
Calcium204 mg20.4%
Iron9.2 mg51.1%
Magnesium128.4 mg32.1%
Phosphorus103 mg10.3%
Potassium937.5 mg26.8%
Sodium155.9 mg6.5%
Zinc1.2 mg7.9%
Copper0.35 mg17.4%
Manganese0.35 mg17.3%
Selenium0.49 mcg0.7%

Carbohydrate Analysis

NameAmount%DVRankInterpretation
Total Carbohydrate48.3 g16.1%
Dietary Fiber7 g28%
Sugars23.1 g

Protein Analysis

NameAmount%DVRankInterpretation
Protein7 g14%

Fat Analysis

NameAmount%DVRankInterpretation
Total Fat3.2 g4.9%
Saturated Fat0.3 g1.5%
Monounsaturated Fat0.6 g
Polyunsaturated Fat0.5 g

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Nutrition Facts

Serving size

Amount Per Serving

Calories 222 Calories from Fat 0

% Daily Value *

Total Fat 3.2 g 4.9%

Saturated Fat 0.3 g 1.5%

Trans Fat

Cholesterol 0 mg

Sodium 155.9 mg 6.5%

Total Carbohydrates 48.3 g 16.1%

Dietary Fiber 7 g28%

Sugars 23.1 g

Protein 7 g 14%

Vitamin A 305.1% Vitamin C 298%

Calcium 20.4% Iron 51.1%

*Based on a 2000 Calorie diet

Source: http://recipes.sparkpeople.com/recipe-calories.asp?recipe=2210783 Embed Table:

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