Scrambled eggs are a breakfast favorite. At an average cost of about 14 cents per egg, they are an affordable source of protein. Eggs also provide the body with 13 necessary nutrients, such as iron, protein, choline, riboflavin and lutein.
Serving
One large egg, scrambled and cooked, contains about 100 calories, 6 grams of protein, and 13 essential nutrients. One serving also contains 7 grams of fat and 215 milligrams of cholesterol.
Protein
One scrambled egg contains 12 percent of the daily recommended amount of protein. According to the American Egg Board, this protein is of the highest quality, containing all the essential amino acids that the body needs for muscle repair and preservation. The yolk contains nearly half the total protein of an egg.
Choline
Eggs are a great source of choline, a vitamin that, according to the American Egg Board, contributes to fetal brain development and guards against birth defects, as well as keeps the adult body healthy. One whole egg contains about 125 milligrams, or 25 percent of the recommended daily amount.
Nutrient Dense
Eggs contain a high proportion of nutrients to calories. Along with protein and choline, eggs also contain riboflavin, vitamin D, folate, lutein, selenium and phosphorous.
Cholesterol Management
The American Dietetic Association recommends keeping cholesterol intake to 300 milligrams a day. Eating eggs in moderation will allow you to enjoy them while keeping your cholesterol in check. Substituting two egg whites for one whole egg, or using egg substitutes will also help keep you cholesterol intake low.
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