Eggs have been a part of ...
Eggs have been a part of our diet for millennia, yet we’re still learning just how beneficial they can be to human health. Loaded with nutrients - some of them hard to come by from other food sources - eggs are often said to be the original superfood because of their many health benefits.
ARE EGGS GOOD FOR YOU?
Without a doubt, there are a multitude of benefits to eating eggs every day. Not only do eggs provide high quality protein, they also contain 11 vitamins and minerals, omega-3 fatty acids and antioxidants. And this means they can make a valuable contribution to daily nutrient requirements.
Most of the protein in an egg can be found in the egg white, while the yolk contains healthy fats, vitamins, minerals and antioxidants.
Below, we’ve listed some of the proven health benefits of eating eggs.
1. Eggs are Nutrient Rich
40% of your daily vitamin D requirements.
25% of your daily folate requirements.
12% of your daily riboflavin (Vitamin B2) requirements.
20% of your daily selenium requirements.
Eggs also contain vitamins A, E, B5, B12, as well as iron, iodine and phosphorus.