Egg?
sexymom04
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What is better, whole egg or egg white?
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Whatever fits my goals for the day.0
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Whole egg. Egg white has no flavor. All the flavor is in the yolk.0
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My vote is for the whole egg. Only 70 calories and 6 grams of protein!1
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but is there a difference nutrition wise?0
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but is there a difference nutrition wise?
Of course, but neither one is better on its own. It all depends on how it fits into your calorie/nutrition goals.
Egg whites have 52 calories and 11g of protein per 100g with almost no fat or vitamins/minerals. Whole eggs have 143 calories, 13g of protein, and 10g of fat per 100g with a whole assortment of minerals/vitamins.0 -
whole egg if you are working out, egg white if not....0
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Both!
I always have at least one yolk, for all the reasons stated above, vitamins/minerals,taste and the added fat. It's usually 4 egg white to 1 yolk, that balance suits me, 4 yolks contain to much fat and cholesterol to match my daily macros.0 -
good to know thanks, I had a breakfast burrito this morning with one whole egg and 2 egg whites
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emshields1 wrote: »whole egg if you are working out, egg white if not....
No need to avoid egg yolks just because you're not working out. Most of the protein is in the egg white anyway.
OP, here is a breakdown of the nutrition within the egg. Personally, I choose whole eggs when I can fit them. The satiety index is high- fat is important for feeling full or satisfied longer.1 -
thank you and I am working out0
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I love eggs, but the yolk is the most nutrient dense. I usually take 4 raw egg yolks with some heavy cream and whole milk to make my own "egg nog" for breakfast. An egg yolk is like a natural daily vitamin! The whites I can take them or leave them (apparently you digest them better when cooked), but I would never discard the yolks
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I am allergic to the yolks, but i would eat them if I could, for all the reasons listed above. I eat the whites pretty often though, for the protein punch.0
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I volunteer to eat any and all leftover egg products to reduce egg waste as the best food on this earth
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I only eat whole eggs.0
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i like my eggs scrambled, so mixing whites and whole eggs is a good way for me to get all the protein i want while still keeping my fat/calories lower and maintaining the texture and flavor. i dont like to waste yolks so when i cook eggs i crack a whole one or two and then pour some whites out of a carton. mostly i add the whites for extra physical volume, honestly2
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gnarlykickflip wrote: »i like my eggs scrambled, so mixing whites and whole eggs is a good way for me to get all the protein i want while still keeping my fat/calories lower and maintaining the texture and flavor. i dont like to waste yolks so when i cook eggs i crack a whole one or two and then pour some whites out of a carton. mostly i add the whites for extra physical volume, honestly
didn't think of that, I hate throwing out good foor, I'll have to get some.
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depends.. if you need more protein with relatively few calories, go for the egg whites. If you have room for the cals and fat, then eat the whole egg0
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I vastly prefer whole eggs, and don't see the point (for me) of just eating the whites. On the other hand, if you need lots of protein for few calories, that's what the whites will give you. (I prefer to increase protein by having some smoked salmon or low fat cottage cheese or greek yogurt with breakfast, and sticking to my 2 whole eggs for my vegetable omelet.)0
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I like egg whites when I make muffin quiches because I'll have plenty of stuff in it to make up for the flavor. Otherwise it's full egg. Calorie and nutrition difference for sure, so use what works best for you.0
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What is better, whole egg or egg white?
"better" is subjective...I eat both. I eat 4 egg white omelettes (from carton) most mornings as part of my breakfast because I can get in about 20 grams of protein for about 100 calories whereas it would cost me about 300 calories with whole eggs.
I usually have a boiled egg as a snack at some point during the day...and on weekends I usually make fried eggs...so whole eggs on weekends.
Egg yolks are nothing to be feared and pack some good nutrition.0 -
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I'm pro whole egg.0
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Well, whole eggs are highly nutritious and a great source of protein. But eggs contain about 186 mg cholestrol on average and recommendations are for 300 mg or less per day if healthy, but if dealing with other disease such as diabetes or heart disease keep it below 200. So depends on if you have the buffer.
Mayo Clinic reference here: http://www.mayoclinic.org/cholesterol/expert-answers/faq-200584680 -
PiperGirl08 wrote: »Well, whole eggs are highly nutritious and a great source of protein. But eggs contain about 186 mg cholestrol on average and recommendations are for 300 mg or less per day if healthy, but if dealing with other disease such as diabetes or heart disease keep it below 200. So depends on if you have the buffer.
Mayo Clinic reference here: http://www.mayoclinic.org/cholesterol/expert-answers/faq-20058468
most physicians do not go by those standards. It has been found that eggs do not raise your cholesterol. At 70 calories per egg is it is an economical form of protein both in calories and in $$0 -
Pinkylee77 wrote: »PiperGirl08 wrote: »Well, whole eggs are highly nutritious and a great source of protein. But eggs contain about 186 mg cholestrol on average and recommendations are for 300 mg or less per day if healthy, but if dealing with other disease such as diabetes or heart disease keep it below 200. So depends on if you have the buffer.
Mayo Clinic reference here: http://www.mayoclinic.org/cholesterol/expert-answers/faq-20058468
most physicians do not go by those standards. It has been found that eggs do not raise your cholesterol. At 70 calories per egg is it is an economical form of protein both in calories and in $$
Actually, the referenced article speaks to the generally held impact (or lack thereof) of eggs in terms of elevating cholesterol. Nevertheless, guidelines do exist around cholestrol as they do around other compounds and nutrients.
Those who are concerned with their nutritional profiles consider all factors and the impact, thereof, and eat in balance. For those whose primary consideration are protein, calories and cost, however, I'm certain that eggs at-will make for a great choice.
Personally, my considerations are somewhat more complex. So I value complete information, and the consequent ability to make informed decisions. With the ever present end goal being to eat in a nutritionally balanced way. I, therefore, limit my total cholesterol to under 300, every day, from all food sources, regardless or price or calories.
BTW, a reference from a respected source on par with the Mayo clinic for the "most doctors do not go by those standards" would help to advance the conversation far more so than uncited anecdotal beliefs or perceptions.0 -
PiperGirl08 wrote: »Pinkylee77 wrote: »PiperGirl08 wrote: »Well, whole eggs are highly nutritious and a great source of protein. But eggs contain about 186 mg cholestrol on average and recommendations are for 300 mg or less per day if healthy, but if dealing with other disease such as diabetes or heart disease keep it below 200. So depends on if you have the buffer.
Mayo Clinic reference here: http://www.mayoclinic.org/cholesterol/expert-answers/faq-20058468
most physicians do not go by those standards. It has been found that eggs do not raise your cholesterol. At 70 calories per egg is it is an economical form of protein both in calories and in $$
Actually, the referenced article speaks to the generally held impact (or lack thereof) of eggs in terms of elevating cholesterol. Nevertheless, guidelines do exist around cholestrol as they do around other compounds and nutrients.
Those who are concerned with their nutritional profiles consider all factors and the impact, thereof, and eat in balance. For those whose primary consideration are protein, calories and cost, however, I'm certain that eggs at-will make for a great choice.
Personally, my considerations are somewhat more complex. So I value complete information, and the consequent ability to make informed decisions. With the ever present end goal being to eat in a nutritionally balanced way. I, therefore, limit my total cholesterol to under 300, every day, from all food sources, regardless or price or calories.
BTW, a reference from a respected source on par with the Mayo clinic for the "most doctors do not go by those standards" would help to advance the conversation far more so than uncited anecdotal beliefs or perceptions.
I do not feel the need to find a source, as I have worked with doctors for more years than I care to admit and some of those years was in medical education. I know current standards don't have to prove it.1
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