There once was a time when eggs were thought to be bad for our health. But those days have passed. In fact, health experts are now saying that eggs are one of the healthiest foods we can eat. (Some even call them a “super food.”)
Really, there are only two rules of thumb when it comes to eggs: don’t eat them raw and keep them stored at the appropriate temperature. In other words, eating raw cookie dough and choosing eggs cooked “sunny-side up” might not be the healthiest of choices in order to avoid Salmonella. In addition, throw out cracked or dirty eggs, as this can increase your risk of contracting this illness.
Otherwise, doctors have given eggs a green light in the way of health. So eat up. Here are seven great reasons to eat eggs today (yolks and all).
1. Eye Health
Eggs contain two power boosters when it comes to the eyes. Those core components of eye health are lutein and zeaxanthin.
Both carotenoids, lutein and zeaxanthin are a healthy eye’s best friend. Not only do they have antioxidant properties, they’re the only two carotenoids that are massively present in the retina. This makes them rock stars when it comes to preserving precious eyesight.
Here’s the thing: the human body can’t naturally make lutein and zeaxanthin. That’s why it’s important to consume foods rich in these powerhouses.