Why you should be eating eggs daily
Dietitian Sharon Natoli, reveals the top five reasons you can enjoy eating eggs daily.
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Eggs contain antioxidants that have been linked to improving eye health
Lutein and zeaxanthin are both antioxidants that are found in eggs and are also found in the macular region of the eye. Eating foods that contain lutein and zeaxanthin can lead to their accumulation in the retina, and as a result, may help protect against age-related macular degeneration and other degenerative processes that affect the eyes.
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Eggs are an affordable source of high-quality protein
An egg contains around 6-7 grams of protein, making them an ideal source of protein.
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Weight management
Eggs can assist with weight management as they are high in protein with relatively few calories, with one medium egg containing around just 77 calories. Their high protein content also increases feelings of satisfaction after eating and helps with appetite management by reducing the total intake of calories throughout the day.
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Eggs have little to no effect on heart disease risk
Research has shown that including eggs in your diet regularly has little to no effect on increasing your risk of heart disease. The National Health and Medical Research Council’s Australian Dietary Guidelines advise: “There does not appear to be any increased health risks associated with consumption of eggs. There is recent evidence to suggest that consumption of eggs every day is not associated with increased risk of coronary heart disease”.
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Eggs are very high in vitamin D
An average serve of eggs provides 82% of the RDI for vitamin D, a nutrient that plays an important role in helping the body absorb calcium. This helps to sustain good bone health and muscle function as well as provide many other health benefits.
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