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Friday, January 9, 2015

How much protein in an egg

Protein in an egg 
Amount Per 100 grams Calories 155 % Daily Value* Total Fat 11 g 16% Saturated fat 3.3 g 16% Polyunsaturated fat 1.4 g Monounsaturated fat 4.1 g Cholesterol 373 mg 124% Sodium 124 mg 5% Potassium 126 mg 3% Total Carbohydrate 1.1 g 0% Dietary fiber 0 g 0% Sugar 1.1 g Protein 13 g 26% Vitamin A 10% Vitamin C 0% Calcium 5% Iron 6% Vitamin D 21% Vitamin B-6 5% Vitamin B-12 18% Magnesium 2% *Per cent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Your daily values may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.7.3 The amount of protein needed each day can also increase or decrease, depending on overall health and to meet the demands of some medical conditions.One hard-boiled egg has 6.29 grams of protein, which gives men 11 percent of their daily intake, while women get 14 percent. Men should include 56 grams of protein in their daily diet and women need 46 grams. These values represent the recommended dietary allowance, or RDA, which is based upon the average amount of dietary protein that most healthy adults need to meet their nutritional requirements. Endurance athletes and those engaged in strength training need extra protein. Recommendations for athletes range from 1.2 to 2 grams of protein for every 2.2 pounds of body weight, depending on the intensity of training, according to the Academy of Nutrition and Dietetics. Eggs are the poster child for protein—you need only watch Sylvester Stallone chugging raw eggs as Rocky Balboa for proof. And the reputation is well-earned: A single hard-boiled egg packs six grams of protein, all in a convenient, portable package. MORE HEALTH TIPS & WEIGHT LOSS By eating eggs for breakfast, you do more than just fill your stomach--you satisfy your appetite. Your body usually craves protein, so giving your body eggs is the best way to signal that you have eaten enough and will not be hungry for a while. You'll find that having eggs as a breakfast food is one of the best ways to start your day.Did you know that eating eggs is one of the best ways to lose weight ? Eggs are surprisingly filling, and you can curb your appetite with just a pair of eggs in the morning. In fact, a study found that overweight women who started their mornings with an egg breakfast ended up losing TWICE the amount of weight as the women who only had carbs for breakfast.