Here’s the fun part—not all parts of the egg are created equal in the protein department. The white holds about 60% of the egg’s protein, while the yolk holds the other 40%.
So in one egg, you get around 3.6 grams of protein from the white and 2.7 grams from the yolk. That means for your three-egg snack, you’re eating about 10.8 grams from the whites and 8.1 grams from the yolks.
Don’t you dare throw away those yolks, my friend! They’re packed with healthy fats, vitamins, and that delicious golden goodness that makes life worth living.
The “But Wait, I’m On A Diet” Question
Yes, yolks have fat. But here’s the truth: fat keeps you full. And if you eat only egg whites, you’re basically a sad, pale cloud of a person missing out on flavor.
Eat the whole egg. Your taste buds will thank you, and your protein intake stays nice and high. Plus, you save yourself from eating a dozen egg whites just to get the same protein—no one has time for that much chewing.
