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Calories in an Egg

Nutrition Facts per 1 Large Egg (Boiled)

72Calories
6gProtein
0.6gCarbs
5gFat

Egg Nutrition Analysis

Eggs are considered the "gold standard" for protein quality. One large egg provides 6g of complete protein with all essential amino acids for only 72 calories.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Are the yolks bad for you?

No. The yolk contains most of the vitamins (A, D, E, K) and choline. The cholesterol in eggs has minimal impact on blood cholesterol for most people.

Boiled vs Fried calories?

A fried egg typically has 90-100 calories due to the added oil/butter, whereas a boiled or poached egg remains at 72 calories.

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