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One egg daily shows no CVD risk. RR 0.98 across 1.72M people (Drouin-Chartier et al., BMJ 2020). Per 100 g: 143 kcal, 12.5 g protein, 9.9 g fat. This cooking method preserves the egg without adding calories.

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How should I track Poached Egg?

Poached Egg is a good source of protein. Eggs are simple to track, but size matters more than you think. A "large" egg can range from 45 to 70 g without the shell, which means calorie content varies by up to 50%. Research shows portion estimation errors reach 50–200% for protein-dense foods (Almiron-Roig et al., Appetite 2013). For accurate tracking of Poached Egg, crack and weigh on a kitchen scale — it takes two seconds. Cooking method matters too: a boiled egg is roughly 70 calories, while fried in 5 g oil it jumps to about 110. Log cooking fat separately.

Macro Breakdown

Macro Split: 35% Protein, 2% Carbs, 63% FatFat63%
Protein35%12.5g
Carbs2%0.7g
Fat63%9.9g

Nutrition Facts

Per 100g. Percentages reflect Daily Value (DV).

Energy
  • Calories
    143kcal—
Macronutrients
  • Protein
    12.5g25%
  • Carbohydrates
    0.7g—
  • Fat
    9.9g—
  • Fiberathlete
    0.0g0%
  • Sugar
    0.4g—
  • Saturated Fat
    3.1g—
Minerals
  • Sodium
    297mg—
  • Calciumathlete
    50mg4%
  • Ironathlete
    2mg8%
Vitamins
  • Vitamin Dathlete
    1.8mcg9%

% Daily Value based on FDA 2,000 kcal reference diet. Strength trainees have different needs — see highlighted nutrients.

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Poached Egg — values for 50g

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Primary macros

Calories
72
kcal
Protein
6.3
g
Carbs
0.3
g
Fat
5.0
g

More nutrients

Fiber
0.0g
Sugar
0.2g
Sat. Fat
1.6g
Sodium
149mg
Calcium
25mg
Iron
1mg
Potassium
63mg
Magnesium
5mg
Zinc
1mg
Vitamin D
0.9mcg
Nutrient highlights
Good Source of ProteinGood Source of Zinc

Frequently Asked Questions

Poached Egg is a good source of protein. Eggs are simple to track, but size matters more than you think. A "large" egg can range from 45 to 70 g without the shell, which means calorie content varies by up to 50%. Research shows portion estimation errors reach 50–200% for protein-dense foods (Almiron-Roig et al., Appetite 2013). For accurate tracking of Poached Egg, crack and weigh on a kitchen scale — it takes two seconds. Cooking method matters too: a boiled egg is roughly 70 calories, while fried in 5 g oil it jumps to about 110. Log cooking fat separately.

Poached Egg contains 12.5g protein per 100g, which is a good source of protein. A 50g serving provides 6.3g protein.

Notable nutrients in Poached Egg include Protein and Zinc. Per 100g: 12.5g protein, 0.7g carbs, and 9.9g fat.

Poached Egg can fit into a weight loss plan. At 143 kcal per 100g it is moderately calorie-dense and a good source of protein, so portion size matters.

Yes, Poached Egg is keto-friendly. With 0.7g total carbs and 0g fiber per 100g (0.7g net carbs), it fits easily within the daily 20-50g net carb limit.

Poached Egg provides 143 kcal, 12.5g protein, 0.7g carbs, and 9.9g fat per 100g. Compare with other eggs & egg products foods in our database to find the best option for your nutritional goals.

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Poached Egg

Macros per 100g

143
Calories
Protein12.5g
Fat9.9g
Carbs0.7g
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