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Rex's Green Eggs - Recipe and Nutrition Facts
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Rex's Green Eggs Recipe

Rex's Green Eggs has a average-calorie, low-carb, average-fat and high-protein content. It is a good source of Vitamin A, Vitamin C, Riboflavin and Folate.

The food contains 6.2g 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 low sugar content puts it in the bottom 20 percentile. This is a good thing for people watching their sugar intake. With 12.6 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 average 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 an average 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. 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.

Based on the composite nutritive standing Rex's Green Eggs has been given a composite ranking of 62, and in moderation.

Calorie Breakdown

 Calories from Protein35%
 Calories from Fat48%
 Calories from Carbs17%

Why this is good for you

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

Why this is bad for you

  • Very high in Cholesterol

Vitamin Analysis

NameAmount%DVRankInterpretation
Vitamin A7185 IU143.7%
Vitamin C25.1 mg41.8%
Vitamin D39.2 IU9.8%
Vitamin E2.1 mg7.1%
Thiamin0.1 mg6.8%
Riboflavin0.52 mg30.3%
Niacin0.56 mg2.8%
Vitamin B60.24 mg12.1%
Folate172.8 mcg43.2%
Vitamin B120.75 mcg12.5%
Pantothenic Acid0.99 mg9.9%

Mineral Analysis

NameAmount%DVRankInterpretation
Calcium107 mg10.7%
Iron3.2 mg17.7%
Magnesium63.6 mg15.9%
Phosphorus168 mg16.8%
Potassium486.9 mg13.9%
Sodium348.1 mg14.5%
Zinc1.2 mg8%
Copper0.1 mg5.1%
Manganese0.65 mg32.7%
Selenium23.8 mcg34%

Carbohydrate Analysis

NameAmount%DVRankInterpretation
Total Carbohydrate6.2 g2.1%
Dietary Fiber2.3 g9.2%
Sugars1.5 g

Protein Analysis

NameAmount%DVRankInterpretation
Protein12.6 g25.2%

Fat Analysis

NameAmount%DVRankInterpretation
Total Fat7.8 g12%
Saturated Fat2.4 g12%
Monounsaturated Fat2.9 g
Polyunsaturated Fat1.1 g

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Nutrition Facts

Serving size

Amount Per Serving

Calories 144 Calories from Fat 0

% Daily Value *

Total Fat 7.8 g 12%

Saturated Fat 2.4 g 12%

Trans Fat

Cholesterol 318.8 mg 106.3%

Sodium 348.1 mg 14.5%

Total Carbohydrates 6.2 g 2.1%

Dietary Fiber 2.3 g9.2%

Sugars 1.5 g

Protein 12.6 g 25.2%

Vitamin A 143.7% Vitamin C 41.8%

Calcium 10.7% Iron 17.7%

*Based on a 2000 Calorie diet

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