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Mexican Scrambled Eggs 3 - Recipe and Nutrition Facts
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Mexican Scrambled Eggs 3 Recipe

Mexican Scrambled Eggs 3 has a average-calorie, low-carb, high-fat and average-protein content. It is a good source of Vitamin C.

The food contains 14g 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. With 8.1 gms of protein, it is average 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 high MUFA and average PUFA. It is also ranked in the top 10 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 a low density of Sodium, it is suitable 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 high source of Selenium, which is an important antioxidant especially in combination with vitamin E.

It belongs to Mexican cuisine.

Based on the composite nutritive standing Mexican Scrambled Eggs 3 has been given a composite ranking of 36, and in moderation.

Calorie Breakdown

 Calories from Protein10%
 Calories from Fat73%
 Calories from Carbs17%

Why this is good for you

  • Very high in Vitamin C
  • Low in Sodium

Why this is bad for you

  • Very high in Cholesterol
  • High in Saturated Fat

Diet Suitability

DietSuitability
Atkins DietLOW
Low Fat DietLOW
Zone DietLOW

Vitamin Analysis

NameAmount%DVRankInterpretation
Vitamin A428.3 IU8.6%Top 30%High
Retinol58 mcg
Vitamin C22.5 mg37.4%Top 10%Very High
Vitamin D29.7 IU7.4%Top 10%Very High
Thiamin0 mg
Riboflavin0 mg
Niacin0.72 mg3.6%Mid 40%Average
Vitamin B60 mg
Folate23.9 mcg6%Mid 40%Average
Folic Acid0 mcg
Vitamin B120 mcg
Pantothenic Acid0.72 mg7.2%Top 30%High

Mineral Analysis

NameAmount%DVRankInterpretation
Calcium39.1 mg3.9%Mid 40%Average
Iron1.4 mg8.1%Top 30%High
Magnesium21.7 mg5.4%Mid 40%Average
Phosphorus136.2 mg13.6%Top 30%High
Potassium159.4 mg4.6%Mid 40%Average
Sodium60.4 mg2.5%Bottom 30%Low
Zinc0.72 mg4.8%Mid 40%Average
Copper0 mg
Manganese0 mg
Selenium12.3 mcg17.6%Top 30%High

Carbohydrate Analysis

NameAmount%DVRankInterpretation
Total Carbohydrate10.1 g3.4%Mid 40%Average
Dietary Fiber1.4 g5.8%Mid 40%Average
Sugars1.5 g
Glucose0.7 mg
Fructose0 mg
Lactose0 mg
Maltose0 mg
Galactose0 mg

Protein Analysis

NameAmount%DVRankInterpretation
Protein5.9 g11.7%Mid 40%Average
Tryptophan0 mg
Threonine0 mg
Isoleucine0 mg
Leucine0 mg
Lysine0.7 mg
Methionine0 mg
Cystine0 mg
Phenylalanine0 mg
Tyrosine0 mg
Valine0.7 mg
Arginine0.7 mg
Histidine0 mg
Alanine0 mg
Aspartic Acid0.7 mg
Glutamic Acid0.7 mg
Glycine0 mg
Proline0 mg
Serine0.7 mg

Fat Analysis

NameAmount%DVRankInterpretation
Total Fat18.8 g28.9%Top 30%High
Saturated Fat3.2 g15.9%Mid 40%Average
Monounsaturated Fat12.3 g
Polyunsaturated Fat2.2 g

Other Nutrients Analysis

NameAmount%DVRankInterpretation
Alcohol0 g
Ash0.7 g
Caffeine0 mg
Theobromine0 mg

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Nutrition Facts

Serving size

Amount Per Serving

Calories 318 Calories from Fat 233

% Daily Value *

Total Fat 25.9 g 39.8%

Saturated Fat 4.4 g 22%

Trans Fat

Cholesterol 211.5 mg 70.5%

Sodium 83.4 mg 3.5%

Total Carbohydrates 14 g 4.7%

Dietary Fiber 2 g8%

Sugars 2.1 g

Protein 8.1 g 16.2%

Vitamin A 11.8% Vitamin C 51.7%

Calcium 5.4% Iron 11.1%

*Based on a 2000 Calorie diet

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