Eggs

Eggs

Eggs

A great source of omega-3 fatty acids, a single large egg is about 70 calories and is loaded with 6g of protein. This makes it a good protein alternative for vegetarians and non-vegetarians alike.

The yolks are pretty spectacular and include lutein and Zeaxanthin. What are Lutein and Zeaxanthin? Lutein and Zeaxanthin are two antioxidants that protect the eyes from damaging light and free radicals.

The yolks also contain choline, a B vitamin crucial in maintaining brain cell structure, sending messages from the brain to muscles, and maintaining metabolism and memory.

So should we eat the whole egg or just the yolk? It turns out that for us to get the most nutritional value, eating the entire egg is often the way to go (minus the shell, of course).

Simply put, only those with high cholesterol might want to limit their egg yolk intake.

I like to purchase ethically raised eggs. These can often be sourced from your local farmer. Otherwise, the best eggs on your grocer’s shelf are those from pasture-raised, free-range hens. Please don’t be fooled by the term ‘cage-free,’ as that means thousands of them are crammed feather to feather in a dirty warehouse void of sunlight and fresh air.

I hope you have enjoyed this information. Until next time!

Emma Alexander-Cook.