[{"@context":"https:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"BlogPosting","@id":"https:\/\/weightloss.net.au\/eat-eggs\/#BlogPosting","mainEntityOfPage":"https:\/\/weightloss.net.au\/eat-eggs\/","headline":"Eat Eggs – They are Good for Your Body","name":"Eat Eggs – They are Good for Your Body","description":"Eat Eggs\u00a0 – They will Keep You Healthy Brina Blum   Why should we eat eggs, what makes them such an important part of our daily food intake and how do they benefit our health?   Chicken eggs are the most commonly consumed type of eggs. Eggs have been a diet staple for a very […]","datePublished":"2020-07-10","dateModified":"2020-07-10","author":{"@type":"Person","@id":"https:\/\/weightloss.net.au\/author\/weightloss\/#Person","name":"Weight Loss","url":"https:\/\/weightloss.net.au\/author\/weightloss\/","identifier":3,"image":{"@type":"ImageObject","@id":"https:\/\/secure.gravatar.com\/avatar\/73bfc2986f070153d55aa45ddd1b0182a96a43e418d43f62697a4387f1933411?s=96&d=mm&r=g","url":"https:\/\/secure.gravatar.com\/avatar\/73bfc2986f070153d55aa45ddd1b0182a96a43e418d43f62697a4387f1933411?s=96&d=mm&r=g","height":96,"width":96}},"publisher":{"@type":"Organization","name":"Weight Loss and Wellness","logo":{"@type":"ImageObject","@id":"https:\/\/weightloss.net.au\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/10\/Weight-Loss-and-Wellness-Logo.jpg","url":"https:\/\/weightloss.net.au\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/10\/Weight-Loss-and-Wellness-Logo.jpg","width":350,"height":60}},"image":{"@type":"ImageObject","@id":"https:\/\/weightloss.net.au\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/10\/Eggs-in-a-Bowl-1024x683.jpg","url":"https:\/\/weightloss.net.au\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/10\/Eggs-in-a-Bowl-1024x683.jpg","height":"683","width":"1024"},"url":"https:\/\/weightloss.net.au\/eat-eggs\/","about":["Healthy Diets"],"wordCount":797,"keywords":["Choline","eggs","Heart Disease","Low-Carb Diet","lutein","nutrients","Protein","selenium","Vitamin B12","Vitamin D","vitamins and minerals","zeaxanthin"],"articleBody":"Eat Eggs\u00a0 – They will Keep You HealthyBrina Blum Why should we eat eggs, what makes them such an important part of our daily food intake and how do they benefit our health? Chicken eggs are the most commonly consumed type of eggs. Eggs have been a diet staple for a very long time; they are affordable, easy to cook and readily within reach most of the time all while being filled with nutrients. How does eating eggs benefit us? Eggs are known to provide us with a lot of nutrients; but let\u2019s check out the most notable ones and how they help your body. \u25cf\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 Eggs are High in Good CholesterolSometimes seeing the word \u201ccholesterol\u201d can be scary- but unbeknownst to most people, there is good cholesterol and bad cholesterol. Good cholesterol has many benefits to the body, and it is good to know that eggs are a food that contain high amounts of good cholesterol. \u25cf\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 Eggs contain Choline, a relatively unknown but very important nutrientThe nutrient Choline might not be familiar to many people but it is very beneficial to your body. Choline helps build cell membranes and also helps in producing molecules that signal various functions of your brain. \u25cf\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 Helps keep your muscles strongEggs contain protein that helps your muscles work every day. Protein is the main building block of the body. Eggs also slow down muscle loss from age and lack of exercise. Additionally they contain an essential amino acid that helps your body make use of and metabolize the protein you consume. \u25cf\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 Eat eggs, they help reduce the risk of heart diseaseMany low-carb diets include eggs in their meals. Studies have shown that those who eat eggs while in a low carb diet have lower risk for heart disease. \u25cf\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 Helps your immune systemEggs contain vitamins A and B-12 and the nutrient selenium that helps in keeping the immune system healthy. \u25cf\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 You will eat lessLooking for food that can be filling but won\u2019t break the bank? Eating eggs can help you feel fuller. The protein in eggs fills you up and can make you feel full longer. Make sure to also include sides like a slice of bread complete with a few vegetables and seasonings for a more enjoyable eating experience. \u25cf\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 Energizes you for the dayEver wondered why eggs are a staple to breakfast meals? It\u2019s because they contain the necessary vitamins and minerals to produce energy in your body to function efficiently and optimally throughout the day. \u25cf\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 Eggs help improve eyesightEggs have the nutrients lutein and zeaxanthin that can help prevent age-related blindness. Those antioxidants also protect your eyes from harmful sunlight. \u25cf\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 Sharpens brain performanceVitamin D is hard to get from food but luckily, eggs can provide this very targeted nutrient that can help brain development by allowing the neurons inside it communicate. \u25cf\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 Eat eggs, they are inexpensiveEggs are readily available everywhere. Besides being filling and healthy, eggs are one\u2019s go-to food whenever a sudden attack of hunger strikes. How would you like to eat your eggs? Here are a few ways to cook an egg that could be to your liking. Do you want it to be as healthy as possible or do you want it partnered with something else? \u25cf\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 Sunny side up \u2013 This is a classic way to cook an egg. Just fry it until you reach your preferred consistency. Keep the yolk slightly runny and dip your toast in the yolk for a tastier experience.\u25cf\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 Scrambled \u2013 So far, the easiest one to cook your eggs. Break the egg and move it around until it\u2019s cooked the way you want it to.\u25cf\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 Omelette \u2013 This one\u2019s a bit harder to master but you can definitely play around with it. You can put your favorite toppings or fillings to add more flavor to your dish.\u25cf\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 Boiled\/Poached – If you want a much healthier way of eating eggs, this is the way to go because it doesn\u2019t need to be cooked in oil. Get to know eggs better!\u25cf\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 Most large eggs contain 212 mg of cholesterol and while that sounds intimidating because it\u2019s more than what most food have, it\u2019s not as bad as it sounds. Eggs give you good cholesterol while helping your body with the bad cholesterol as well.\u25cf\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 Pastured eggs are more nutritious than your average egg. Remember to also eat the yolks since it stores most of the nutrition your body needs.\u25cf\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 Studies have found that 3 whole eggs per day is an acceptable amount for people that don\u2019t have health issues.Finally, eat eggs because they are good for you!Follow UsShare Us "},{"@context":"https:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"BreadcrumbList","itemListElement":[{"@type":"ListItem","position":1,"name":"Eat Eggs – They are Good for Your Body","item":"https:\/\/weightloss.net.au\/eat-eggs\/#breadcrumbitem"}]}]