What’s inan egg?
It goes without saying (but we are) that there’s nothing we don’t know about nature’s version of fast food. In case you’re not as obsessed as us, check out these vital egg stats.
Under the shell of a good egg
Eggs are one of the most nutritious foods around: healthy, convenient and easy to prep. The average egg contains just 78 calories and is a natural source of nutrients, protein, vitamins and minerals.
They’re rich in Vitamin B2 (riboflavin), Vitamin B12 and other B vitamins including folate, biotin, pantothenic acid and choline. Not forgetting Vitamins A and D, plus trace elements including phosphorus, iodine and selenium.
All in one little egg!
| Nutritional Information |
Per Large Sized Egg (68 grams) |
Per 100 grams |
|---|---|---|
| Energy kcal (calories) | 78 | 131 |
| Energy kJ | 326 | 547 |
| Fat (g) | 4.6 | 9.0 |
| Saturates (g) | 1.5 | 2.5 |
| Monosaturates (g) | 2.0 | 3.4 |
| Polyunsaturates (g) | 0.9 | 1.4 |
| Carbohydrates (g) | trace | trace |
| Sugars (g) | trace | trace |
| Protein (g) | 7.5 | 12.6 |
| Salt (g) | 0.23 | 0.39 |
Healthy protein is
egg-shaped
If you’re vegetarian or keen to swap carbs for healthy protein, eggs shape up perfectly. They’re a great source of efficient, high-quality protein – a large egg provides around 7.5g of this important micronutrient.
Both the egg white and yolk contain proteins, vitamins + minerals, while the yolk also has cholesterol, fat-soluble vitamins and essential fatty acids.
Even better, eating eggs before or after exercise doesn’t just top up energy levels, they can help improve muscle development and recovery as part of a balanced diet. Let’s hear it for the egg!
Eat to your
heart’s delight
Fresh eggs fit easily into all kinds of diets and lifestyles – and you won’t find all their important nutrients in many other foods. Best of all, most people can safely eat one or two a day. Crack on!
