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Nutrition Facts For Egg yolk

Data sources: Nutriely Data Sources
Last updated on January 8, 2025.

Nutrition Label

Egg yolk Nutrition Facts
Serving Size: 100.00g
% Daily Value*
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Energy 324kcal (1,354 kj)
16%
Carbohydrates 0.20g
0%
Starch 0g
Sugars 0.20g **
Sucrose 0g
Maltose 0g
Fructose 0g
Galactose 0g
Glucose 0.20g
Fibre, total 0g
0%
Polyols 0g
Protein 16g
11%
Fat 29g
66%
Polyunsaturated fatty acids 4.02g
Monounsaturated fatty acids 11g
Saturated fatty acids 8g
Sterols 0mg
Cholesterol 1,260mg
Water 53g
2%
Alcohol 0g
Salt 135mg **
Calcium 140mg
14%
Chromium 1ug
4%
Copper 0.14mg
16%
Fluoride 0.20mg
Iodine 110ug
73%
Iron 5mg
29%
Magnesium 14mg
5%
Manganese 0.11mg
6%
Molybdenum 0mg
0%
Phosphorus 540mg
90%
Potassium 120mg
4%
Selenium 97ug
176%
Sodium 53mg
Zinc 5mg
66%
Vitamin A (RAE) 872ug
125%
Vitamin D 6ug
43%
Vitamin E 6mg
37%
Vitamin K 2ug
2%
Vitamin B1 0.32mg
29%
Vitamin B2 0.52mg
47%
Vitamin B3 (Niacin) equivalents 3.90mg
28%
Vitamin B6 0.40mg
31%
Vitamin B9 (Folate) 159ug
40%
Vitamin B12 7ug
288%
Vitamin C 0mg
0%

* The daily nutrient requirements provided by this calculator are intended for healthy adults only. If you have any medical conditions, are pregnant or breastfeeding, or under the age of 18, please consult a healthcare professional or a registered dietitian for personalized nutritional advice. Individual needs may vary, and it is important to consider your specific health circumstances when determining your dietary requirements.

** The suggested value is the maximum suggested amount and has no actual required amount.

*** Italic values are estimated using ingredient algorithm.

Common Questions

What are the health benefits of egg yolk, which makes up 34% of the egg mass?

Egg yolks are a rich source of essential nutrients such as vitamin A, vitamin D, vitamin E, and vitamin K. They also provide important minerals like selenium, phosphorus, and iron. Additionally, egg yolks contain healthy fats, including omega-3 fatty acids, which are beneficial for heart health. These nutrients support various bodily functions, including immune function, eye health, and bone strength.

Food Preferences

Gluten free
Lacto-ovo vegetarian
Milk free
Low gluten
No added salt
Soy free
Unsweetened

Egg yolk

The ratio of macro elements (protein, fat, carbs) in Egg yolk

Fat 80%
Carbohydrates 0%
Protein 19%

Protein Amino Acids Profile

The ratio of amino acids in Egg yolk. See full profile

Tryptophan 1%
Cystine 2%
Methionine 2%
Histidine 3%
Glycine 3%
Proline 4%
Tyrosine 4%
Phenylalanine 4%
Threonine 4%
Alanine 5%
Isoleucine 6%
Valine 6%
Arginine 7%
Lysine 8%
Serine 8%
Leucine 9%
Aspartic acid 10%
Glutamic acid 13%

Component Breakdown

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