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scrambled eggs with spinach and feta - Recipe and Nutrition Facts
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scrambled eggs with spinach and feta Recipe

scrambled eggs with spinach and feta has a average-calorie, low-carb, average-fat and high-protein content. It is a good source of Calcium, Iron, Vitamin A, Vitamin B6, Vitamin C, Riboflavin and Folate.

The food contains 12.9g 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 22.2 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 average 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.

It gives a good yield of Iron at 3.8 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 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 is also a high source of Selenium, which is an important antioxidant especially in combination with vitamin E.

Based on the composite nutritive standing scrambled eggs with spinach and feta has been given a composite ranking of 40, and in moderation.

Calorie Breakdown

 Calories from Protein37%
 Calories from Fat42%
 Calories from Carbs21%

Why this is good for you

  • Very high in Protein
  • High in Vitamin B6
  • Very high in Vitamin A
  • Very high in Vitamin C
  • Very high in Riboflavin
  • High in Dietary Fiber

Why this is bad for you

  • Very high in Cholesterol
  • High in Saturated Fat
  • Very high in Sodium

Vitamin Analysis

NameAmount%DVRankInterpretation
Vitamin A15235 IU304.7%
Vitamin C23.4 mg39%
Vitamin D26 IU6.5%
Vitamin E0.54 mg1.8%
Thiamin0.19 mg12.6%
Riboflavin0.81 mg47.8%
Niacin1.1 mg5.6%
Vitamin B60.47 mg23.4%
Folate237.6 mcg59.4%
Vitamin B120.98 mcg16.3%
Pantothenic Acid1.1 mg10.6%

Mineral Analysis

NameAmount%DVRankInterpretation
Calcium442 mg44.2%
Iron3.8 mg21.1%
Magnesium141.6 mg35.4%
Phosphorus276 mg27.6%
Potassium644.3 mg18.4%
Sodium991.2 mg41.3%
Zinc2.7 mg18%
Copper0.28 mg14.2%
Manganese1.8 mg90.5%
Selenium22.9 mcg32.7%

Carbohydrate Analysis

NameAmount%DVRankInterpretation
Total Carbohydrate12.9 g4.3%
Dietary Fiber5.7 g22.8%
Sugars0 g

Protein Analysis

NameAmount%DVRankInterpretation
Protein22.2 g44.4%

Fat Analysis

NameAmount%DVRankInterpretation
Total Fat11.4 g17.5%
Saturated Fat5.9 g29.5%
Monounsaturated Fat3.2 g
Polyunsaturated Fat1 g

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Nutrition Facts

Serving size

Amount Per Serving

Calories 237 Calories from Fat 0

% Daily Value *

Total Fat 11.4 g 17.5%

Saturated Fat 5.9 g 29.5%

Trans Fat

Cholesterol 237.7 mg 79.2%

Sodium 991.2 mg 41.3%

Total Carbohydrates 12.9 g 4.3%

Dietary Fiber 5.7 g22.8%

Sugars 0 g

Protein 22.2 g 44.4%

Vitamin A 304.7% Vitamin C 39%

Calcium 44.2% Iron 21.1%

*Based on a 2000 Calorie diet

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