Irish Breakfast has a very high-calorie, high-carb, very high-fat and very high-protein content. It is a good source of Iron, Vitamin A, Vitamin B6, Vitamin C, Thiamin, Niacin and Folate.
The food contains 54.3g of carbs. The carbohydrate profile of the the food reveals it is average 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 35.2 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 very high fat content makes it unsuitable if you're on a low-fat diet plan.
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 gives a good yield of Iron at 9.36 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 a very high density of Sodium, thus making it unsuitable 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 belongs to Irish cuisine. Ideally consumed as a Breakfast.
Based on the composite nutritive standing Irish Breakfast has been given a composite ranking of 14, and sparingly.
Calories from Protein | 19% | |
Calories from Fat | 51% | |
Calories from Carbs | 30% |
Name | Amount | %DV | Rank | Interpretation |
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Vitamin A | 1800 IU | 36% | ||
Vitamin C | 13.8 mg | 23% | ||
Thiamin | 1 mg | 69% | ||
Niacin | 24 mg | 120% | ||
Vitamin B6 | 0.62 mg | 31% | ||
Folate | 252 mcg | 63% |
Name | Amount | %DV | Rank | Interpretation |
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Calcium | 170 mg | 17% | ||
Iron | 9.4 mg | 52% | ||
Magnesium | 88 mg | 22% | ||
Potassium | 1017 mg | 29.1% | ||
Sodium | 1431 mg | 59.6% |
Name | Amount | %DV | Rank | Interpretation |
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Total Carbohydrate | 54.3 g | 18.1% | ||
Dietary Fiber | 4 g | 16% | ||
Sugars | 4.4 g |
Name | Amount | %DV | Rank | Interpretation |
---|---|---|---|---|
Protein | 35.2 g | 70.4% |
Name | Amount | %DV | Rank | Interpretation |
---|---|---|---|---|
Total Fat | 41.8 g | 64.3% | ||
Saturated Fat | 16.5 g | 82.5% |
Serving size
Amount Per Serving
Calories 724 Calories from Fat 376
% Daily Value *
Total Fat 41.8 g 64.3%
Saturated Fat 16.5 g 82.5%
Trans Fat
Cholesterol 510 mg 170%
Sodium 1431 mg 59.6%
Total Carbohydrates 54.3 g 18.1%
Dietary Fiber 4 g16%
Sugars 4.4 g
Protein 35.2 g 70.4%
Vitamin A 36% Vitamin C 23%
Calcium 17% Iron 52%
*Based on a 2000 Calorie diet
Per 100g | Calories 0
Protein 0 g | Carbs 0 g | Fat 0 g
Per 100g | Calories 0
Protein 0 g | Carbs 0 g | Fat 0 g
Per Serving | Calories 40
Protein 0.9 g | Carbs 9.9 g | Fat 0 g
Per Serving | Calories 262
Protein 8.8 g | Carbs 46.4 g | Fat 4 g
Per Serving | Calories 734
Protein 26.7 g | Carbs 46.6 g | Fat 48.8 g
Per Serving | Calories 199
Protein 7.4 g | Carbs 26.5 g | Fat 7.1 g
Per Serving | Calories 281
Protein 18 g | Carbs 9.9 g | Fat 21 g
Per Serving | Calories 257
Protein 7.8 g | Carbs 29.8 g | Fat 12.1 g