Eggs are high in cholesterol right? The yolk in an egg is bad for you correct? Egg whites are better for you then regular eggs…. right?
These are a few questions that I’ve heard over the years when it comes to the decision of eating eggs. I personally love having my eggs sunny side up. Letting the yolk ooze it’s way towards my potatoes or run into a piece of toast. Egg whites don’t have yolk! But I heard they’re healthier for you so I guess I should cut back on enjoying my sunny side up oozing eggs right? Wrong! Instead of giving up my eggs I went on a hunt for the truth and this is what I found out:
- Eggs are a perfect source of protein which contain all essential amino acids.
- Eggs are loaded with vitamins and nutrients that help your eyes, your brain, and your heart.
- Eggs are the best source of choline (though it’s not a vitamin) it is an essential nutrient that must be consumed in your diet to maintain good health
- Choline is essential for cardiovascular and brain function and for the health of your cell membranes.
- Choline in the egg yolk actually helps prevent the accumulation of cholesterol and fat in the liver.
- Choline forms a metabolite in the body called betaine, which helps lower homocysteine, a risk factor for heart disease.