Eggs

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Health & Nutritional Benefits of Eating Eggs 

• 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.

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