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Mexican eggs - Recipe and Nutrition Facts
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Mexican eggs Recipe

Mexican eggs has a average-calorie, low-carb, high-fat and high-protein content. It is a good source of Vitamin A, Vitamin C, Riboflavin and Folate.

The food contains 13.8g of carbs. The carbohydrate profile of the the food reveals it is low in complex carbs and low 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 21.6 gms of protein, it is high in protein content, which is an important macronutrient that helps with tissue repair, provides energy and improves immunity.

Not only that, the high fat content of this product makes it unsuitable to be eaten when trying to lose weight. It's average 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 an average 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. It is also high in Selenium, an important antioxidant especially in combination with Vitamin E. Given that this is also average in Vitamin E, it is qualifies as good food source.

It belongs to Mexican cuisine.

Based on the composite nutritive standing Mexican eggs has been given a composite ranking of 30, and in moderation.

Calorie Breakdown

 Calories from Protein28%
 Calories from Fat55%
 Calories from Carbs18%

Why this is good for you

  • Very high in Protein
  • Very high in Vitamin A
  • Very high in Vitamin C
  • High in Riboflavin
  • High in Dietary Fiber
  • High in Folate

Why this is bad for you

  • Very high in Cholesterol
  • High in Saturated Fat

Vitamin Analysis

NameAmount%DVRankInterpretation
Vitamin A1610 IU32.2%
Vitamin C28.6 mg47.7%
Vitamin D39.2 IU9.8%
Vitamin E1.6 mg5.3%
Thiamin0.11 mg7.5%
Riboflavin0.47 mg27.9%
Niacin1.3 mg6.3%
Vitamin B60.32 mg16.2%
Folate100.4 mcg25.1%
Vitamin B120.75 mcg12.5%
Pantothenic Acid1.7 mg17.2%

Mineral Analysis

NameAmount%DVRankInterpretation
Calcium150 mg15%
Iron1.8 mg10.1%
Magnesium31.6 mg7.9%
Phosphorus188 mg18.8%
Potassium558.5 mg16%
Sodium472.5 mg19.7%
Zinc1.3 mg8.4%
Copper0.12 mg6.2%
Manganese0.18 mg9.1%
Selenium24.2 mcg34.5%

Carbohydrate Analysis

NameAmount%DVRankInterpretation
Total Carbohydrate13.8 g4.6%
Dietary Fiber6.1 g24.4%
Sugars1.2 g

Protein Analysis

NameAmount%DVRankInterpretation
Protein21.6 g43.2%

Fat Analysis

NameAmount%DVRankInterpretation
Total Fat19 g29.2%
Saturated Fat5.8 g29%
Monounsaturated Fat7.1 g
Polyunsaturated Fat1.9 g

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Nutrition Facts

Serving size

Amount Per Serving

Calories 306 Calories from Fat 0

% Daily Value *

Total Fat 19 g 29.2%

Saturated Fat 5.8 g 29%

Trans Fat

Cholesterol 331.3 mg 110.4%

Sodium 472.5 mg 19.7%

Total Carbohydrates 13.8 g 4.6%

Dietary Fiber 6.1 g24.4%

Sugars 1.2 g

Protein 21.6 g 43.2%

Vitamin A 32.2% Vitamin C 47.7%

Calcium 15% Iron 10.1%

*Based on a 2000 Calorie diet

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