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Watermelon Slushies - Recipe and Nutrition Facts
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Watermelon Slushies Recipe

Watermelon Slushies has a low-calorie, low-carb, low-fat and low-protein content. It is a good source of Vitamin C.

The food contains 11g 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 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.

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.

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.

Based on the composite nutritive standing Watermelon Slushies has been given a composite ranking of 74, and in moderation.

Calorie Breakdown

 Calories from Protein7%
 Calories from Fat12%
 Calories from Carbs81%

Why this is good for you

  • 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 A560 IU11.2%
Vitamin C14.6 mg24.3%
Vitamin D0 IU
Vitamin E0.22 mg0.73%
Thiamin0.12 mg8.1%
Riboflavin0.03 mg1.8%
Niacin0.3 mg1.5%
Vitamin B60.22 mg10.9%
Folate3.2 mcg0.8%
Vitamin B120 mcg
Pantothenic Acid0.33 mg3.3%

Mineral Analysis

NameAmount%DVRankInterpretation
Calcium12 mg1.2%
Iron0.27 mg1.5%
Magnesium16.4 mg4.1%
Phosphorus14 mg1.4%
Potassium176.3 mg5%
Sodium3.1 mg0.1%
Zinc0.11 mg0.7%
Copper0.05 mg2.4%
Manganese0.05 mg2.7%
Selenium0.14 mcg0.2%

Carbohydrate Analysis

NameAmount%DVRankInterpretation
Total Carbohydrate11 g3.7%
Dietary Fiber0.8 g3.2%
Sugars10 g

Protein Analysis

NameAmount%DVRankInterpretation
Protein1 g2%

Fat Analysis

NameAmount%DVRankInterpretation
Total Fat0.7 g1.1%
Saturated Fat0.1 g0.5%
Monounsaturated Fat0.2 g
Polyunsaturated Fat0.2 g

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Nutrition Facts

Serving size

Amount Per Serving

Calories 49 Calories from Fat 0

% Daily Value *

Total Fat 0.7 g 1.1%

Saturated Fat 0.1 g 0.5%

Trans Fat

Cholesterol 0 mg

Sodium 3.1 mg 0.1%

Total Carbohydrates 11 g 3.7%

Dietary Fiber 0.8 g3.2%

Sugars 10 g

Protein 1 g 2%

Vitamin A 11.2% Vitamin C 24.3%

Calcium 1.2% Iron 1.5%

*Based on a 2000 Calorie diet

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