Nutrition News: Eggs

Just how many eggs can we eat per day? Plus the nutritional facts of egg.

The egg that you crack is more than just an ingredient. It’s virtually a nutrition powerhouse; a truckload of nutrients. You can simply indulge in an egg white, which in itself contains eight grams of protein, and avoid most of the fat and cholesterol that the yolk contains. But then, the yellow stuff also holds vitamins and minerals that make eggs so nutritious. You have choline that promotes healthy brain function and both lutein and zeaxanthin (part of the carotenoid family of beta-carotene fame) which contribute to eye health. There’s also iron and phosphorus. The former helps blood absorb oxygen, and the latter with carbs, fat, and proteins for your entire body. And that’s not even half of the list.

But then, with all the nutrition that’s crammed within an egg’s shell, you have to remember that moderation is still key. Eggs contain a lot of cholesterol that, when taken in excess, may be harmful to your health. Doctors and nutritionists agree that eating three eggs a week is a good habit to make.

Also, poaching and boiling are perhaps the best ways to cook the poultry product. It kills the salmonella bacteria that could be lurking inside and at the same time avoid very high heat and excess oil that produce free radicals. Needless to say, eating the egg raw isn’t a very good idea. But eating it cooked and every so often can lead to a healthy lifestyle.

Yummy Suggested Egg Recipes:

Potato and Onion Torta

Chicken and Vegetable Frittata

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