22 kcal P 0.7g C 3.84g F 0.43g
🥚 Dairy and Egg Products
Calories in Eggs, Grade A, Large, egg whole
One of the only foods nature stocked with its own vitamin D
148 kcal
What makes eggs so powerful?
Eggs are one of the few whole foods that naturally contain vitamin D, nearly all of it concentrated in the yolk along with choline, a nutrient most diets fall short on. For decades eggs were vilified for their dietary cholesterol, but large reviews have since shown that for most people, dietary cholesterol affects blood cholesterol far less than saturated fat does — the egg-heart-disease scare largely didn't hold up under closer research. Eggs are also one of the few "complete protein" foods, containing all nine essential amino acids in a ratio the body uses so efficiently they're long used as the reference standard for measuring protein quality in other foods.
Nature's multivitamin
One of the few foods with naturally occurring vitamin D, mostly concentrated in the yolk.
Choline powerhouse
A major dietary source of choline, a nutrient tied to brain and liver health that most people don't get enough of.
Gold-standard protein
Complete protein with all 9 essential amino acids — long used as the benchmark for protein quality.
💡 When & how to use it
Don't skip the yolk — that's where almost all the choline, vitamin D, and roughly half the protein live. Gentler cooking methods like soft-boiling or poaching are easier on the protein structure than high heat; pairing eggs with vitamin-C-rich vegetables like peppers or tomatoes helps you absorb more iron from the rest of your plate.
Calories by Serving Size
100g
148 kcal
P 12.4g C 0.96g F 9.96g
1 egg (50.3g)
74 kcal
P 6.2g C 0.5g F 5g
200g
296 kcal
P 24.8g C 1.9g F 19.9g
50g
74 kcal
P 6.2g C 0.5g F 5g
Full Nutrition Facts
Per 100g — daily values based on a 2,000 calorie diet
Nutrition Facts
Serving size: 100g
Calories 148
% Daily Value*
Total Fat 9.96g 13%
Saturated Fat 3.2g 16%
Cholesterol 411mg 137%
Sodium 129mg 6%
Total Carbohydrate 0.96g 0%
Dietary Fiber 0g 0%
Protein 12.4g 25%
Calcium 48mg 4%
Iron 1.67mg 9%
Potassium 132mg 3%
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Your daily values may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.
How does Eggs fit your daily goals?
30 min
Walking to burn 148 kcal
7%
of 2,000 kcal daily goal
12.4g
protein (25% of daily 50g)
14
servings until 2,000 kcal
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Frequently Asked Questions
How many calories are in Eggs, Grade A, Large, egg whole?
Eggs, Grade A, Large, egg whole contains 148 calories per 100g. A standard serving of 1 egg (50.3g) provides 74 calories. It is a moderate-calorie food that can fit into most healthy diets.
How much protein does Eggs, Grade A, Large, egg whole have?
Eggs, Grade A, Large, egg whole provides 12.4g of protein per 100g, which is 25% of the 50g daily recommended value. It is a good source of protein.
How many carbs are in Eggs, Grade A, Large, egg whole?
Eggs, Grade A, Large, egg whole contains 0.96g of carbohydrates per 100g . It also provides 0g of dietary fiber.
Is Eggs, Grade A, Large, egg whole good for weight loss?
Eggs, Grade A, Large, egg whole has 148 kcal per 100g, which is relatively moderate. It can fit into a weight-loss diet as long as portion sizes are managed.
How do I track Eggs, Grade A, Large, egg whole calories accurately?
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