Potpourri of my favorite recipes: Health benefits of egg

Tuesday, March 30, 2010

Eggs are rich source of high-quality protein and amino acids that are indispensable for a healthy body.
Due to presence of carotenoids like lutein and zeaxanthin, eggs check macular degeneration caused by ageing.
Eggs also defend and improve eyesight by preventing diseases like cataract.
Due to high vitamin D content, consuming eggs gives rise to strong and healthy bones.
Eggs are also rich sources of vitamin E that is important for combating free radicals and ensuring cell protection.
Eggs also contain phosphorus that helps in the development of healthy teeth and bones.
Iron present in eggs helps in the formation of red blood corpuscles (RBC’s) in the body.
Zinc present in eggs aids in normal functioning of the immune system.
Consuming eggs prevents different types of cancers, including breast cancer.
According to various researches, eggs facilitate weight loss and thus help to stay in shape.
Due to high sulphur content and presence of many vitamins and minerals, eating eggs helps in the promotion of healthy hair and nails.
Chlorine that forms an essential component of eggs, boosts memory power and brain functioning.
An important antioxidant called selenium is also found in eggs that curbs damages caused by unrestrained oxidation in the body, and thus prevents blood clots, strokes and heart attacks.