Scrambled Hot Sauce Egg
Source of Calories
Nutrition Facts
| Nutrient | Amount | % Daily Value |
|---|---|---|
| Total Carbohydrates | 4.09 g | 1% |
| Net Carbohydrates | 3.54 g | 1% |
| Sugars | 2.95 g | 8% |
| Added Sugars | 0 g | 0% |
| Dietary Fiber | 0.55 g | 2% |
| Protein | 12.56 g | 25% |
| Total Fat | 21.55 g | 28% |
| Saturated Fat | 10.2 g | 51% |
| Monounsaturated Fat | 6.95 g | - |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 2.43 g | - |
| Trans Fat | 0.46 g | 100% |
| Cholesterol | 400.1 mg | 133% |
| Vitamins | ||
| Vitamin A | 281.04 mcg | 31% |
| Vitamin C | 5.25 mg | 6% |
| Vitamin D | 2 mcg | 10% |
| Minerals | ||
| Sodium | 1225.67 mg | 53% |
| Potassium | 213.07 mg | 5% |
| Calcium | 69.56 mg | 5% |
| Magnesium | 16.31 mg | 4% |
| Iron | 2.19 mg | 12% |
| Zinc | 1.48 mg | 13% |
% DV refers to how much a single serving of an individually packaged food or supplement contributes nutritionally to your daily diet, based on a 2,000-calorie-a-day diet. Generally, having 5% DV or less of a nutrient per serving is considered low, and 20% DV or more of a nutrient per serving is considered high.
Fat Composition
The suggested total fat consumption should be limited to 30% of total energy intake or less. The type of fat consumed should primarily be unsaturated fatty acids, with no more than 10% of total energy intake coming from saturated fatty acids (about 200 calories on a 2000-calorie diet) and no more than 1% of total energy intake coming from trans-fatty acids.
Vitamin Coverage
Vitamin A
31%
Vitamin C
6%
Vitamin D
10%
Vitamin E
15%
Vitamin K
3%
Vitamin B1
3%
Vitamin B2
34%
Vitamin B3
19%
Vitamin B5
34%
Vitamin B6
17%
Vitamin B7
73%
Vitamin B9
0%
Vitamin B12
43%
There are 13 essential vitamins required for the body to work properly, which are categorised into two categories: fat-soluble and water-soluble vitamins. Vitamins have a Recommended Dietary Allowance (RDA), provided by the Dietary Reference Intakes (DRIs), which vary by age and sex. The %DV indicates how much one serving contributes to the average recommended daily intake.
Mineral Coverage
Calcium
5%
Iron
12%
Magnesium
4%
Phosphorus
17%
Potassium
5%
Sodium
53%
Zinc
13%
Copper
0.8%
Manganese
4%
Selenium
55%
Minerals are micronutrients, of which 13 of them are essential to the human body. The Recommended Dietary Allowance includes Calcium (1,300 mg/d), Phosphorus (1,250 mg/d), Potassium (4,700 mg/d), Sodium (2,300 mg/d), Chloride (1,500 mg/d), Magnesium (420 mg/d), Iron (18 mg/d), Zinc (11 mg/d), Copper (0.9 mg/d), Selenium (55 mcg/d), Molybdenum (45 mcg/d), Manganese (2.3 mg/d) and Iodine (150 mcg/d).
Protein Quality
Leucine
0.2%
Isoleucine
0.1%
Valine
0.2%
Lysine
0%
Tryptophan
0.1%
Threonine
0.1%
Phenylalanine
0.2%
Methionine
0.1%
Histidine
0.1%
Guidelines recommend a serving of protein with each meal and 1.2-1.6 g of protein per kg of body weight per day.
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📚 Health Research & Evidence About This Food
Scrambled Egg with Hot Sauce, via its scrambled egg component, is a nutrient-dense food, offering protein, healthy vitamins, minerals, and antioxidants, and is a natural source of vitamin D. While generally low in calories, the cooking fat added during preparation can increase their calorie count compared to other egg preparations. For most healthy individuals, consuming one egg per day does not increase the risk of cardiovascular diseases.
1. 9 Healthy Foods That Are High in Vitamin D
Source: Healthline, 2019
Summary: Eggs are a natural source of vitamin D, with the yolk of a large egg containing this essential nutrient.
Read More: https://www.healthline.com/nutrition/9-foods-high-in-vitamin-d
2. Healthy Ways to Eat and Cook Your Eggs
Source: Healthline, 2020
Summary: Scrambled eggs, while preserving protein, fat, and vitamin D content, require added cooking fat, which increases their calorie count compared to poached or boiled eggs.
Read More: https://www.healthline.com/nutrition/eating-healthy-eggs
3. Eggs, Protein, and Cholesterol: How to Make Eggs Part of a Heart-Healthy Diet - Harvard Health
Source: Harvard Health, 2024
Summary: Scrambled egg is a nutrient-dense food, offering protein, healthy vitamins, minerals, and antioxidants for a low-calorie count.
4. Are Eggs Risky for Heart Health? - Harvard Health
Source: Harvard Health, 2017
Summary: For the majority of healthy individuals, consuming one egg per day does not increase the risk of heart attack, stroke, or other cardiovascular diseases.
Read More: https://www.health.harvard.edu/heart-health/are-eggs-risky-for-heart-health
