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Are eggs the new superfood?

By Natalia Lubomirski on Tuesday 9 March 2010

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A report out today, suggests that eggs should now be regarded as a 'superfood'. And with their reportedly high nutrient content and ability to tackle obesity, it's not hard to see why.

New research has revealed that eggs are excellent source of protein and are packed with essential vitamins, particularly vitamin D and vitamin B12. They also contain the highest mix of essential amino acids, crucial for proper growth and repair in adults and children.

The new studies have also revealed that eggs could play a vital role in keeping you in shape. A medium-sized egg has fewer than 80 calories, proving a sensible breakfast option if you are watching those pounds.

Even Margaret Thatcher was reported to have lost weight in 1979 on a short-term diet of 28 eggs a week.

Dr Carrie Ruxton, a lead author of the report, says: "There are clear nutritional benefits to eating eggs on a regular basis." Just one egg a day provides you with your RDA of vitamin D, essential for bone health and preventing heart disease.

Packed with nutrients that are key to leading a healthy lifestyle, and low in calories to keep you trim, it looks like this new superfood could be very much back on the daily menu.

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Tuesday 9 March 2010

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I thought that eating too many eggs a week was bad for you? Is this just a myth?

Comment by Shelly on March 09 12:49

Yep..I concur with Shelly ..one minute you should have only 2 aweek then its cholesterol bad then its very bad then suddenly its good..is anyone with it on the Government Health to say what is what...I just go with the flow....
Comment by anon on March 09 15:36

Great news - I have a boiled egg every morning!
Comment by Elizabeth on March 09 16:07

In reply to the egg debate- Scientists used to be concerned that the cholesterol in the eggs could effect the cholesterol in your blood (which are 2 very different things) however after lots more research they found out that saturated fat affects blood cholesterol a lot more so there's no need to worry about eating eggs unless you're having loads a week
Comment by claire simpson on March 09 18:01

...Goody....Easter..Eggs....yum
Comment by anon on March 10 13:13