Egg Yolk - How Many Calories?

Egg Yolk

100 gr
Egg Yolk image
322 kcal
Carbohydrate 3.6 gr %4
Protein 15.8 gr %20
Fat 26.5 gr %74

Egg Yolk Nutrition Values

Nutrients 100 gr 1 100 Gram
Calories (kcal) 322 322
Carbohydrate (g) 3.6 3.6
Protein (g) 15.8 15.8
Fat (g) 26.5 26.5
Fiber (g) 0 0
Cholesterol (mg) 1085 1085
Sodium (mg) 48 48
Potassium (mg) 109 109
Calcium (mg) 129 129
Iron (mg) 2.7 2.7

Nutritional values are based on the USDA database. Natural variations may occur; this information is for informational purposes only and does not constitute medical advice.

Dietitian's Take on Egg Yolk

  • Cellular Power: Egg yolk is one of nature's most concentrated multivitamin packages. Thanks to its generous choline content, it keeps brain functions sharp and strengthens the structure of cell membranes.
  • Daily Integration: Eating it whole with the white for breakfast perfects the amino acid profile. Pairing it with healthy fats like avocado or extra virgin olive oil actively multiplies the absorption of its fat-soluble vitamins.
  • Portion Balance: While the cholesterol numbers seem high, its actual impact on blood cholesterol in healthy individuals is rarely problematic. Those with a family history of heart disease find a much better roadmap by balancing their weekly intake according to their body's unique needs.
  • Movement and Energy: A brisk ten-minute walk paired with your favorite music easily offsets the energy provided by a medium egg yolk, leaving you feeling invigorated for the rest of the day.