healthy egg muffin has a high-calorie, average-carb, high-fat and very high-protein content. It is a good source of Calcium, Iron, Vitamin A, Vitamin B12, Vitamin D, Riboflavin, Folate and Pantothenic Acid.
The food contains 16.4g 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 36.8 gms of protein, it is very high in protein content, which is an important macronutrient that helps with tissue repair, provides energy and improves immunity.
However, the high fat content makes it unsuitable if you're on a low-fat diet plan. It's average MUFA and average 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 gives a good yield of Iron at 4.21 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. While Sodium is an essential nutrient, excess quantities can cause several disorders like fluid retention, hypertension. Since it has a high density of Sodium, it is unsuitable if you are aiming for a healthy, 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 a very high source of Selenium, which is an important antioxidant especially in combination with vitamin E.
It belongs to European cuisine.
Based on the composite nutritive standing healthy egg muffin has been given a composite ranking of 78, and in moderation.
Calories from Protein | 34% | |
Calories from Fat | 51% | |
Calories from Carbs | 15% |
Name | Amount | %DV | Rank | Interpretation |
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Vitamin A | 2000 IU | 40% | ||
Vitamin C | 0.06 mg | 0.1% | ||
Vitamin D | 126.4 IU | 31.6% | ||
Vitamin E | 2.7 mg | 9.1% | ||
Thiamin | 0.24 mg | 15.7% | ||
Riboflavin | 1.3 mg | 78.4% | ||
Niacin | 1.1 mg | 5.7% | ||
Vitamin B6 | 0.38 mg | 19.2% | ||
Folate | 128 mcg | 32% | ||
Vitamin B12 | 2.4 mcg | 40.5% | ||
Pantothenic Acid | 3.3 mg | 32.5% |
Name | Amount | %DV | Rank | Interpretation |
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Calcium | 344 mg | 34.4% | ||
Iron | 4.2 mg | 23.4% | ||
Magnesium | 44.4 mg | 11.1% | ||
Phosphorus | 706 mg | 70.6% | ||
Potassium | 403.2 mg | 11.5% | ||
Sodium | 759.4 mg | 31.6% | ||
Zinc | 3.6 mg | 24.3% | ||
Copper | 0.09 mg | 4.7% | ||
Manganese | 0.57 mg | 28.3% | ||
Selenium | 86.2 mcg | 123.2% |
Name | Amount | %DV | Rank | Interpretation |
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Total Carbohydrate | 16.4 g | 5.5% | ||
Dietary Fiber | 1.9 g | 7.6% | ||
Sugars | 1.4 g |
Name | Amount | %DV | Rank | Interpretation |
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Protein | 36.8 g | 73.6% |
Name | Amount | %DV | Rank | Interpretation |
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Total Fat | 24.9 g | 38.3% | ||
Saturated Fat | 7.6 g | 38% | ||
Monounsaturated Fat | 9.4 g | |||
Polyunsaturated Fat | 3.6 g |
Serving size
Amount Per Serving
Calories 445 Calories from Fat 0
% Daily Value *
Total Fat 24.9 g 38.3%
Saturated Fat 7.6 g 38%
Trans Fat
Cholesterol 1 mg 0.3%
Sodium 759.4 mg 31.6%
Total Carbohydrates 16.4 g 5.5%
Dietary Fiber 1.9 g7.6%
Sugars 1.4 g
Protein 36.8 g 73.6%
Vitamin A 40% Vitamin C 0.1%
Calcium 34.4% Iron 23.4%
*Based on a 2000 Calorie diet
Per Serving | Calories 82
Protein 8.9 g | Carbs 1.5 g | Fat 4.3 g
Per Serving | Calories 178
Protein 25.4 g | Carbs 7.8 g | Fat 4.8 g
Per Serving | Calories 94
Protein 11.1 g | Carbs 4.2 g | Fat 3.3 g
Per Serving | Calories 75
Protein 2.9 g | Carbs 14.8 g | Fat 0.6 g
Per Serving | Calories 169
Protein 4.3 g | Carbs 30.8 g | Fat 4 g
Per Serving | Calories 84
Protein 2.5 g | Carbs 14.4 g | Fat 2.2 g
Per Serving | Calories 132
Protein 1.9 g | Carbs 21.1 g | Fat 4.6 g
Per Serving | Calories 110
Protein 5.2 g | Carbs 19.8 g | Fat 2.2 g