Eggs are for life not just for Easter

There have been many scaremongering storied surrounding the humble chicken egg such as you shouldn’t eat more than one a week. Yes, importantly if you are on a low cholesterol diet avoid egg yolks and while some people may not be able to digest eggs the majority of us can and should utilize this inexpensive brilliant source of protein as often as possible. When the amount of protein in a food is measured it is measured against the makeup of an egg as this food source is seen to be the most complete form of protein in the human diet. Eggs contain all 8 essential amino acids which are vital for a healthy functioning body. Not only are they the building blocks for muscles, tissues, immune system antibodies they also are a great source of many micronutrients including Selenium and iodine which help support thyroid function. We cannot synthesize enough Choline to satisfy the need in our brains therefore it is very important that we ingest some and eggs are the best food source for this particular micronutrient. The wonders of eggs don’t stop there with significant levels of Vit D K B2 and B5 as well as sleep promoting tryptophan they are a fantastic food choice. For those on low cholesterol diets it is important to note that all dietary cholesterol is found in the yolk and therefore this should be avoided.

Eggs are incredibly versatile and can be eaten (in my opinion) at any time of day. Bung one in a pan and have boiled eggs on rye toast, multigrain whole-wheat toast or a bed of spinach for breakfast. The advantage of having protein for breakfast is that the combination of the macro nutrients will take longer to be digested and release there energy more slowly than the moer traditional cereal therefore you will be less hungry during your morning. A quick omelets or frittata for lunch or supper! Ideal and cheap! A frittata or omelet is also a great way of sneaking in some of your 5 a day…! Whisk the eggs with some pepper and salt and place in a non stick pan. Leave for 30 seconds. Add whatever veg your like – broccoli, spinach, cale, tomatoes, mushrooms. Either cook as an omelet or put in the oven for 5 mins until it rises and cooks around the veg.
Done. xx