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Dragon Eggs - Recipe and Nutrition Facts
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Dragon Eggs Recipe

Dragon Eggs has a very high-calorie, very high-carb, average-fat and high-protein content. It is a good source of Iron, Thiamin, Niacin and Folate.

The food contains 117.8g of carbs. The carbohydrate profile of the the food reveals it is very high 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. With 20.4 gms of protein, it is high 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 average MUFA and low PUFA.

It gives a good yield of Iron at 7 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. Besides other nutrients, it is high 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 a high source of Selenium, which is an important antioxidant especially in combination with vitamin E.

Ideally consumed as a Main Dish.

Based on the composite nutritive standing Dragon Eggs has been given a composite ranking of 47, and in moderation.

Calorie Breakdown

 Calories from Protein12%
 Calories from Fat16%
 Calories from Carbs71%

Why this is good for you

  • Very high in Protein
  • High in Niacin
  • Very high in Thiamin
  • High in Dietary Fiber
  • Very high in Iron
  • Very high in Folate

Why this is bad for you

  • High in Saturated Fat

Diet Suitability

DietSuitability
Atkins DietLOW
Low Fat DietLOW
Zone DietLOW

Vitamin Analysis

NameAmount%DVRankInterpretation
Vitamin A1 IU0%Mid 40%Average
Retinol21.4 mcg
Vitamin C0.51 mg0.85%Mid 40%Average
Vitamin D0 IU
Thiamin0.51 mg34%Top 10%Very High
Riboflavin0 mg
Niacin3.1 mg15.3%Top 30%High
Vitamin B60 mg
Folate131.1 mcg32.8%Top 10%Very High
Folic Acid116.3 mcg
Vitamin B120 mcg
Pantothenic Acid1 mg10.2%Top 10%Very High

Mineral Analysis

NameAmount%DVRankInterpretation
Calcium102 mg10.2%Top 30%High
Iron3.6 mg19.8%Top 10%Very High
Magnesium54.1 mg13.5%Top 10%Very High
Phosphorus210.2 mg21%Top 10%Very High
Potassium209.7 mg6%Mid 40%Average
Sodium195.8 mg8.2%Mid 40%Average
Zinc2 mg13.6%Top 10%Very High
Copper0 mg
Manganese1.5 mg76.5%Top 10%Very High
Selenium17.3 mcg24.8%Top 30%High

Carbohydrate Analysis

NameAmount%DVRankInterpretation
Total Carbohydrate60.1 g20%Top 10%Very High
Dietary Fiber3.2 g12.9%Top 10%Very High
Sugars1 g
Glucose0 mg
Fructose0 mg
Lactose0 mg
Maltose0 mg
Galactose0 mg

Protein Analysis

NameAmount%DVRankInterpretation
Protein10.4 g20.8%Top 30%High
Tryptophan0 mg
Threonine0.5 mg
Isoleucine0.5 mg
Leucine0.5 mg
Lysine0.5 mg
Methionine0 mg
Cystine0 mg
Phenylalanine0.5 mg
Tyrosine0.5 mg
Valine0.5 mg
Arginine0.5 mg
Histidine0.5 mg
Alanine0.5 mg
Aspartic Acid1 mg
Glutamic Acid2 mg
Glycine0.5 mg
Proline0.5 mg
Serine0.5 mg

Fat Analysis

NameAmount%DVRankInterpretation
Total Fat6.1 g9.3%Mid 40%Average
Saturated Fat2.7 g13.3%Mid 40%Average
Monounsaturated Fat1.5 g
Polyunsaturated Fat1 g

Other Nutrients Analysis

NameAmount%DVRankInterpretation
Alcohol0 g
Ash1.5 g
Caffeine0 mg
Theobromine0 mg

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Nutrition Facts

Serving size

Amount Per Serving

Calories 669 Calories from Fat 107

% Daily Value *

Total Fat 11.9 g 18.3%

Saturated Fat 5.2 g 26%

Trans Fat

Cholesterol 18 mg 6%

Sodium 383.8 mg 16%

Total Carbohydrates 117.8 g 39.3%

Dietary Fiber 6.3 g25.2%

Sugars 2 g

Protein 20.4 g 40.8%

Vitamin A 0% Vitamin C 1.7%

Calcium 20% Iron 38.9%

*Based on a 2000 Calorie diet

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