Erling Haaland is one of the top Norwegian professional footballer, widely known for his best strikes in the world. And when one looks at his energy and game in the ground, the first question that comes to mind is, what does he eat? Well, in his latest YouTube video, Day in the Life of a Pro Footballer, Haaland gave the reply to this question too, as he revealed what he eats in a day.According to the video, he starts his day with a cup of coffee mixed with raw milk and a little maple syrup. He believes coffee is a “superfood” if it’s made the right way and says milk is good for the stomach, bones, muscles, and even the skin. And next is his breakfast which includes sunny-side-up eggs with freshly baked sourdough bread.
How to Make Sunny-Side-Up Eggs
A sunny-side-up egg is one of the simplest and most satisfying breakfast dishes. It features a perfectly cooked egg white with a bright, runny yolk that’s ideal for dipping toast or serving alongside your favorite breakfast foods. Take a look at the simplest recipe. Ingredients: 1–2 fresh eggs, 1 teaspoon butter or cooking oil, salt to taste, black pepper to tasteMethod: To make Sunny Side Up Eggs, start with heating a non-stick frying pan over low to medium-low heat. Add butter or oil and allow it to melt. Now, crack the egg into a small bowl first and then gently slide it into the heated pan. Allow the egg to cook without flipping and let the egg white turn opaque while the yolk remains bright yellow. Cover the pan for 40 seconds and then add salt and pepper to taste. Carefully transfer the egg to a plate using a spatula and serve hot with sour dpugh bread slices along with a side of sauteed veggies or meat of your choice.
Nutritional value of egg white
One large egg white, which is around 33-35 g contains 17 calories, 3.6 g protein with all essential amino acids, 0 fat, 0.2 g carbs, 0 mg cholesterol, 55 mg sodium, 54 mg potassium, and 0 g sugar.
Benefits of egg white
According to a study, in egg whites, ovotransferrin binds metal ions, ovomucin has antiviral properties, and lysozyme disrupts the cell walls of Gram-positive bacteria. It is important to remember that egg whites contain protease inhibitors that might decrease amino acid digestibility. However, these can be easily destroyed by heat, highlighting the importance of cooked eggs being a better source of bioavailable protein. It is also proven that egg whites offer antioxidant, anti fatigue, visceral fat reduction, muscle-building, and gut health benefits. Also, egg whites do not contain cholesterol, which may be beneficial for individuals with high cholesterol levels or heart disease risk factors.
Nutritional value of egg yolk
One large egg yolk, which is approx. 17 g contains 55 calories, 2.7 g protein 4.5-5 g fat, 0.6 g carbs, 185 mg cholesterol, 8 mg sodium, and 0 g sugar.
Benefits of egg yolk
It is said that one egg yolk contains around 55 calories along with other essential nutrients, including vitamins (A, D, E, K, B vitamins), minerals (iron, phosphorus, zinc), and healthy fats, such as omega-3 fatty acids. Also, egg yolks are one of the best dietary sources of choline, a nutrient important for brain health, liver function, and metabolism. As per experts, one egg yolk provides 147 mg of choline. As per a study titled Egg Yolk as a New Source of Peptides with Antioxidant and Antimicrobial Properties, egg yolk is rich in bioactive peptides and proteins such as phosvitin, lysozyme, and cystatin, which have antioxidant, antimicrobial, antihypertensive, immunomodulatory, and anti-cancer activities. It is also mentioned in the study that eggs are traditionally considered as a natural source of compounds with antioxidant properties, including several proteins, phospholipids, and certain micronutrients such as vitamin E, vitamin A, selenium, and carotenoids. It is mostly known from lecithin, which is widely used as a lubricant, surfactant, and emulsifying agent. Egg yolk can also provide lysozyme, cystatin, avidin, phosvitin, and phospholipids.
Benefits of Sour Dough Bread
It is valued not just for its flavour but also for its nutritional benefits. Traditionally, it is made through a natural fermentation process using wild yeast and beneficial bacteria, sourdough is often easier to digest than many conventional breads. It is proven that fermentation helps break down some of the gluten and phytic acid naturally present in wheat, which may improve the body’s ability to absorb minerals such as iron, zinc, and magnesium
What else he loves to eat
According to the video Haaland is a big fan of steak and he loves fatty cuts like ribeye, tomahawk, and short ribs, which he loves to grill and enjoy with a seasoning of salt and pepper. It is reported by the Spanish media outlet Hola!, that Haaland consumes more than 6,000 calories every day to keep up with the physical demands of football.
