Eggs have many benefits for heart health.

Eggs are a popular breakfast choice alongside bread. Eggs have many health benefits, such as increasing good cholesterol (HDL), which helps reduce the risk of cardiovascular disease.

Delicious French Omelet - Photo: Simply Recipes

Eggs also provide protein and essential nutrients like choline, vitamin D and folate.

High levels of good cholesterol

Eggs are high in cholesterol, with about 186mg in one large egg. Cholesterol is a type of fat in the blood, made in the liver and found in food. Cholesterol is not bad. However, consuming too much cholesterol can build up in the body and increase the risk of heart disease.

“Dietary saturated fat raises cholesterol, not dietary cholesterol,” says Peter Schulman, PhD, a cardiologist and professor of medicine at the University of Connecticut. Saturated fat is found in butter, milk, cream, cheese, and meat.

May prevent the risk of heart disease and stroke

Research shows that eggs may even help protect against heart disease. People who eat one egg a day have an 11% lower risk of heart disease than those who don't.

People who eat eggs every day also have a 26% lower risk of hemorrhagic stroke than others. Hemorrhagic stroke occurs when a blood vessel ruptures, causing bleeding in the brain.

Nutritional value of eggs

One large egg provides the following nutritional values:

Calories: 71.5; Fat: 4.76g; Sodium: 71mg; Carbohydrate: 0.36g; Fiber: 0g; Added Sugars: 0g; Protein: 6.3g.

Eggs are a great source of protein, which helps build and repair cells in the body. Protein-rich foods also provide energy and help keep you full.

"If you eat a breakfast that's all carbohydrates and no protein, you'll get hungry very quickly. Instead, choose a fiber-rich carbohydrate, such as oatmeal, and add an egg or two to keep your energy up," says Dr. Schulman.

Eggs also provide nutrients:

Choline: This is an essential nutrient for brain development and metabolism.

Vitamin E: Helps protect cells from damage, improves skin and hair health.

Vitamin D: Helps build bones and fight infections.

Folate: Helps make red blood cells.

More ways to enjoy eggs

There are many ways to prepare and eat eggs, including hard-boiled, fried, sunny-side up, and more. Try some of these recipes to add eggs to your diet:

Scrambled eggs (some call them steamed eggs or fried eggs) served with a healthy carbohydrate, such as whole wheat bread and fruit.

Cook a protein-rich vegetable stir-fry for breakfast; Top a salad with scrambled or hard-boiled eggs for lunch or dinner.

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