Nutritional Value of eggs and there benefits

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Eggs are among the healthiest food which you can eat.

They are rich in high-quality protein, healthy fats and many essential vitamins and minerals.

Eggs also have a few unique properties that make them a superfood.

Nutritional value of egg

Eggs are loaded with protein ,vitamins , minerals and healthy fats. One large hard boiled egg (50 grams) contains 

Calories - 77

Protein - 6.3 grams

Total fat - 5.3 grams 

Saturated fat - 1.6 grams

Monosaturated fat - 2 grams

Carbohydrate - 0.6 grams

Cholesterol - 212 mg 

Vitamin - 6 % of RDA ( recommended Dietary allowance )

Vitamin B2 ( Riboflavin ) - 15% of RDA

Vitamin B12 (Cobalamin) - 9% of RDA 

Phosphorus - 86mg, 9% Of RDA

Selenium - 15.4mcg ,22% Of RDA

Eggs are the good source of vitamin A, B ,E , K. They also contain  zinc ,iron and copper etc.

Heath benefits of eating eggs

1 - Promote eye and brain health 

The antioxidants lutein and zeaxanthin are very important for eye health and can help prevent macular degeneration and cataracts. Eggs are high in both of them.

2- source of high quality protein

Eggs are an excellent source of protein, with a single large egg containing six grams of it.

Eggs also contain all the essential amino acids in the right ratios, so your body is well-equipped to make full use of the protein in them.

3- Helps in weight management

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

4- Reduce risk of heart disease

Egg consumption appears to change the pattern of LDL particles from small, dense LDL (bad) to large LDL, which is linked to a reduced heart disease risk.

 

5 - Boosts metabolism

 A high-protein diet may boost your metabolism by up to 80–100 calories per day, since extra energy is needed to help metabolize the protein in foods.

6-  Improves immunity

A healthy immune system: The vitamin A, vitamin B-12, and selenium in eggs are key to keeping the immune system healthy.

Eggs have lots of health benefits because it is packed with lots of vitamins and minerals .But they should not be consumed excessively, two to three whole eggs are considered good enough for our body.

Eggs can be a healthful addition to the diet, if a person eats them in moderation.

A person should aim to eat a balanced diet with lots of variety, rather than focusing on any individual food as a key to good health.

Consult the doctor for better advice.

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