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local eggs

August 13, 2021

Nutrition facts:

Per one boiled egg:

  • Vitamin A: 6% of the RDA

  • Folate: 5% of the RDA

  • Vitamin B5: 7% of the RDA

  • Vitamin B12: 9% of the RDA

  • Vitamin B2: 15% of the RDA

  • Phosphorus: 9% of the RDA

  • Selenium: 22% of the RDA

  • Eggs also contain decent amounts of vitamin D, vitamin E, vitamin K, vitamin B6, calcium and zinc

Source: Healthline

Why do we love them?

  • Eggs are high in cholesterol, but eating eggs does not adversely affect cholesterol in the blood for the majority of people.

  • Eating eggs consistently leads to elevated levels of the “good” cholesterol, which is linked to a lower risk of many diseases.

  • They are among the best dietary sources of choline, a nutrient that is very important but most people aren’t getting enough of.

  • Egg consumption appears to reduce your risk of getting heart disease.

  • Eggs are high in the antioxidants lutein and zeaxanthin, which are very important for eye health.

  • Omega-3 enriched and pastured eggs may contain significant amounts of omega-3 fatty acids. Eating these types of eggs is an effective way to reduce blood triglycerides.

  • Eggs are fairly high in quality animal protein and contain all the essential amino acids that humans need.

  • They are highly satiating and may reduce calorie intake later in the day. Regularly eating eggs may promote weight loss!

Source: Healthline

 
 

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