1- One egg contains 6 grams of high-quality protein and all 9 essential amino acids 2- There is no significant link between egg consumption and heart disease. In fact, according to one study, regular consumption of eggs may help prevent blood clots, stroke, and heart attacks. 3- They are a good source of choline. One egg yolk has about 300 micrograms of choline. Choline is an important nutrient that helps regulate the brain, nervous system, and cardiovascular system. 4- In another study, researchers found that people who eat eggs every day lower their risk of developing cataracts, also because of the lutein and zeaxanthin in eggs. 5- They contain the right kind of fat. One egg contains just 5 grams of fat and only 1.5 grams of that is saturated fat. 6- Eggs are one of the only foods that contain naturally occurring vitamin D. 7- Eggs may prevent breast cancer. In one study, women who consumed at least 6 eggs per week lowered their risk of breast cancer by 44%. 8- Eggs are good for healthy hair and nails because of their high sulphur content and wide array of vitamins and minerals. Many people find their hair growing faster after adding eggs to their diet, especially if they were previously deficient in foods containing sulphur or B12. 9- Eggs are important for the eyes. An egg a day may prevent macular degeneraton due to the carotenoid content, specifically lutein and zeaxanthin. Both nutrients are more readily available to our bodies from eggs than from other sources.
Posted on: Tue, 03 Dec 2013 19:31:19 +0000
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