Today there is still this myth, especially amongst adults over age 60 years old that we cannot eat too many eggs due to their cholesterol content.
It has been shown in studies on healthy people that there was no effect on blood cholesterol levels on having an egg daily on blood cholesterol levels.
So, what nutrients are in an egg?
Protein
A complete protein, meaning it includes all of the nine essential amino acids needed in our body that we cannot make. It is easily digested and helps to full us up longer. Provides valuable source of protein for elderly people already have increased needs.
Vitamins and Minerals
Contains Vitamin A, B Complex (valuable source of B12) D and E which is all needed for the healthy functioning of every cell in our body.
Minerals such as iodine, selenium, zinc, iron, calcium and phosphorus required for good health. Two eggs will give us a third of our Recommended Daily Intake for iodine which is important for the functioning of our thyroid, and about 40% of the recommended Daily intake for selenium which is an antioxidant.
Choline
A vital nutrient for functioning of our muscles and nerves and is important for pregnant mothers in the development of the baby.
Brown Shell or White Shell
Both contain the same nutrients. Colour is influenced by what chickens are fed
The NZ Ministry of Health Eating and Activity Guidelines recommends that eggs can be consumed by most people daily. The exception is those who may be hyper-responders to dietary cholesterol may need individual advice.
For recipes on eggs visit www.eggsorg.nz
