You could say that it's a universally favorite food; it's a staple at most breakfasts and also makes a great snack.
It's tasty, it's small, and it packs a punch in terms of nutrition; besides these advantages, it's easy to cook and can be enjoyed in a variety of ways.
There have been recent arguments over the egg being a healthy food choice because of the large amount of fat it contains for its relatively small size and because its yolk was thought to raise your bad (LDL) cholesterol levels.
But the truth is that saturated fats do more damage to your cholesterol levels than eggs, so if you're an egg aficionado like me, here are a few more reasons to enjoy an egg a day:
- They are rich sources of choline which is great for your brain, central nervous system and your heart.
- They are rich in protein and amino acids and so help build and repair tissue and cells.
- They help your hair grow thick and luxuriant and your nails long and strong because of their sulfur content. Besides this, they also contain B12 and other vitamins and minerals that are good for your hair and nails.
- Eggs are naturally rich in Vitamin D, the mineral which helps your body absorb and assimilate calcium better. Calcium is necessary for strong bones and muscles.
- Eating eggs regularly helps prevent heart attacks and blood clots that may lead to strokes.
- Eggs are a good source of polyunsaturated fats which are much better for us that saturated fats which lead to high levels of LDL or bad cholesterol.
- Eggs have been known to improve your eyesight and prevent cataract and other eye diseases.
- They are rich in Vitamin E which has antioxidant properties and reduces the formation of free radicals in your body.
- They are rich in zinc and iron which boost your immune system and enhance the formation of red blood corpuscles in your body respectively.
Since eggs tend to host salmonella and other bacteria, cook them well before eating them. You may like your yolk very soft, but the risk of an infection is not worth it. Also, if you do have a history of cardiac disease, it's best to limit yourself to 1 egg a day -- if you're eating the yolk too – the albumin (or white) of an egg does not contain any cholesterol or fat.
This post is contributed by Shannon Wills, who writes on the topic of x ray technician schools . She welcomes you comments at her email: shannonwills23 a t gmail.com
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