There are few foods that pack the nutritional punch that eggs do, and I doubt you know all of them!
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What's better than some delicious scrambled eggs with a cup of coffee in the morning?
How about poached eggs with eggs benedict? MMMMMM.
The point is, eggs are fricken delicious. And yes, they ARE good for you... in moderation.
So what do eggs have in them that are so amazing?
Let's start with the quality protein...
Eggs are one of the highest quality sources of protein.
Research has shown that the amino acid profile of eggs directly contributes to increased strength and energy.
This I never knew: Eggs are great for your teeth.
The reason they are great for your bones and teeth is the abundance of Vitamin D found in them. One way that Vitamin D can promote bone and tooth health is through its importance in promoting the absorption of calcium.
Do you ever feel super sharp after eating eggs? Well, they have been shown to boost cognitive performance.
Choline is one nutrient in eggs that has specifically been shown to boost performance in different types of cognitive testing, especially working memory.
Fight off those bugs! Eggs can help build up your immune system.
Eggs are rich in selenium, an antioxidant that has been shown to contribute critically to immune functioning.
Eggs are great for your skin.
B-vitamins in eggs are known to promote healthy skin. Niacin and riboflavin, both B-vitamins, are known to help maintain skin in the face of damage.
Weight loss.
Eggs provide an amazing source of fatty acids and protein to help you power up for a morning workout. Not only can they help you fuel up for the gym, they are also quite filling, and can lead to fewer food cravings before lunch. Here is a shot of triathlete Gwen Jorgensen eating some avocado and egg for breakfast.
Now the next time someone offers you eggs, you know better than to turn them down.
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