Egg is a food that is part of most people’s menu, as its preparation is versatile and pleases almost all palates. Many know that it is a food that is good for health, but they don’t know exactly why. We talked to nutritionist Isabela Lanza (CRN 47715-3) about the main benefits of egg. Check the article!
20 benefits of egg to love this food even more
Egg consumption can bring many benefits to your health. Next, check out the main benefits indicated by Isabela and enjoy all the good that this food can add to your meals!
- It is the second best and most complete food that exists, second only to breast milk;
- The yolk has choline, a B-complex vitamin that helps in brain health, preventing neurodegenerative diseases such as Parkinson’s and Alzheimer’s;
- Reduces bad cholesterol and increases good cholesterol;
- It helps in the maintenance of muscle, as it is a food rich in proteins;
- Strengthens the bones;
- Brings more satiety;
- Helps in weight loss;
- It is rich in B vitamins;
- Prevents depression and anxiety;
- Strengthens hair and nails, as it contains biotin;
- It makes hair grow faster, as egg whites are rich in B12;
- Helps prevent breast cancer;
- It delays premature aging, as it is rich in selenium, zinc and vitamins A and E;
- Preserves the ocular macula;
- Reduces the risk of eye diseases;
- It provides all the amino acids our body needs;
- It is one of the few foods that have vitamin D;
- Fights anemia, because it contains iron and folic acid;
- Strengthens the immune system;
- It’s antioxidant.
There are many benefits, right? Without a doubt, the egg is a very rich food that should be present in the daily diet. Read on to learn more and see prep tips!
Are there any harm?
According to the nutritionist, there is no evidence that the egg brings harm to health. However, like any food, its consumption should not be excessive. The ideal is to consult a professional to make an evaluation and indicate how many eggs can be consumed per day, according to your health and goals.
Now that you’ve seen several tips on egg consumption, it’s time to check out different ways of preparing it to vary the menu and take advantage of all the versatility that this food offers.
5 best ways to consume eggs on a daily basis
There are numerous ways to consume the egg, as it is a very versatile food and can be used in the most diverse recipes. Check out some delicious cooking tips below:
Boiled Egg: In this video, Mohamad Hindi teaches you how to prepare boiled egg with the correct time to reach the point you want. It also brings precious tips about the temperature of the egg, the water and the day the egg was harvested.
Fried egg in water: here, you learn how to fry eggs in water and without any oil! In addition, it accompanies the various health benefits that the egg brings.
Scrambled eggs: in this recipe, Deborah shows how to prepare delicious scrambled eggs – and it has nothing to do with those we are used to, right? In the video, the egg is made in a bain-marie and it makes your mouth water!
Omelet: this is a super easy and practical recipe that teaches how to make the omelet very creamy. You need to try this preparation at home!
Poached Egg: Here, Isabel tells how to prepare a perfect poached egg by swirling the boiling water. See in the video!
In addition to being rich in nutrients and bringing many health benefits, the amount of recipes that can be made with eggs is huge! It is a wildcard food for any time: breakfast, lunch, afternoon snack or dinner. Enjoy and also know the benefits of egg white.
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