Eggs are Deemed Healthful by Nutritionists and Researchers
The latest Harvard Medical School research on this breakfast staple is that up to seven eggs per
week is a recommended amount for optimal health. Eggs contain the highest quality protein nature
can provide, rivaled only by soy. Plus, new studies show eggs contain nutrients in the yolk that
can enhance memory capabilities (starting as a fetus in the mother's womb), while research indicates
eggs are an excellent source of lutein and zeaxanthin, substances that help protect against
agrerelated macular degeneration of eyesight.
University of California-Davis nutritionist Liz Applegate says "bumping eggs out of your diet in
hopes of lowering heart-disease risk maybe actually be a bad idea," especially since nutrient-dense
eggs can be a good choice for older individuals or dieters who are consuming a low number of daily
calories. Applegate especially likes the new specialty eggs containing higher amounts of vitamin
E and omega-3 "good" fats that aid the body is keeping artery walls clear of plaque.
Saint Paul Pioneer Press, Friday, January 5, 2001
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