Eggs are fairly high in quality animal protein and contain all the essential amino acids that humans need.
Whole eggs are among the most nutritious foods on the planet, containing a little bit of almost every nutrient you need. Omega-3 enriched and/or pastured eggs are even healthier.
High in cholesterol, but eating eggs does not adversely affect cholesterol in the blood for the majority of people.
Eating eggs consistently leads to elevated levels of HDL (the “good”) cholesterol, which is linked to a lower risk of many diseases.
The best dietary sources of choline, a nutrient that is incredibly important but most people aren’t getting enough of.
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.
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.
Omega-3 enriched and pastured eggs may contain significant amounts of omega-3 fatty acids.
Eating these types of eggs is an effective way to reduce blood triglycerides.
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