Eggs are one of the most popular items in a lot of our grocery
lists due to his numerous uses in the kitchen, and of course its
nutritional benefits.
They are delicious and help make us more beautiful by helping both
the inside of our body, like our hearts, as well as the outside of our
body, like our hair.
While eggs have gotten a bad reputation for a
long time due to cholesterol fears, evidence in the British Medical
Journal showed that when consumed in moderation, they may have no effect
on heart disease or stroke.
Here are five amazing reasons to add eggs to your diet plan:
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Eggs may help to reduce the risk of cancer: Antioxidants in eggs may
actually help to reduce the risk of both cancer and heart disease, two
of the major killers in the United States, according to a 2011 study.
Even though cooking eggs reduces the amount of antioxidants by half,
that still leaves eggs with the same amount of antioxidants found in
apples, according to researchers.
- Eggs may help to lower blood
pressure: The protein in eggs could help reduce blood pressure by acting
in the body the same way an ACE (angiotensin-converting-enzyme)
inhibitor, a type of hypertension medication, would, according to a 2009
study. With a reduced risk of high blood pressure comes a reduced risk
for heart disease as well -- an added benefit!
- Eggs can help in
the development of babies: They're a must for pregnant women. Why?
Because eggs are full of choline, a B vitamin that growing babies need
for essential development of the brain. Choline supplementation has also
been linked to a lower risk of mental disorders in babies, as
well as a reduced risk of Down syndrome and dementia.
- Eggs can
help reduce the urge for snacks in the evenings: This is a good one for
people who are trying to cut down on excessive and unhealthy eating
habits that bring about weight gain. Eating a high-protein breakfast
helps ward off craving later in the day, according to a 2013 study. The
high quality protein in eggs helped create greater satiety in
individuals, which lasted all day long. So if you're trying to lose a
few pounds and just can't shake your cravings for chips or sweets after 7
p.m., eggs may be something you'll want to consider earlier in the day.
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Eggs may improve your reflexes: A 2014 study found that tyrosine, an
amino acid found in eggs, helped individuals with making quick responses
to movements. Researchers noted that the tyrosine effect may actually
help in situations such as driving where an instant decision can mean
the difference between an accident and just a normal day on the road.
Keep
in mind that you don't have to limit egg consumption to breakfast. Make
hard-boiled eggs ahead of time and keep them on hand for snacks -- eggs
are a great fuel source before a run. Or have them for lunch instead,
mix things up a bit and enjoy healthy meals along with the health
benefits they bring.
Just be sure to watch your overall daily
animal protein intake. A March 2014 study showed that protein from
animal increased mortality in adults under the age of 65. That doesn't
mean you should never have animal protein sources like eggs; it just
means that your eggs should come along with a well-rounded diet rich in
fruits, vegetables, whole grains, legumes and protein sources from
plants as well.
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