Protein

With 6 grams of the highest quality protein and 14 key nutrients, eggs provide the energy needed to keep you going. Eggs are a natural choice for any healthy, active Canadian.

Eggs are one of the few foods considered to be a complete protein, because they contain all 9 essential amino acids. Since amino acids are considered to be the “building blocks for the body”, that makes eggs a good thing. Why? Beacause they help form protein.

To maintain a healthy, balanced diet, Canada’s Food Guide recommends eating 1 to 3 servings of meat and meat alternatives every day, depending on age and gender. This includes a variety of protein sources, such as meat, poultry, fish, beans and eggs.

Cholesterol

You Can Probably Eat More Eggs Than You Think!

If you’ve been avoiding eggs because of you’ve heard myths linking them to dietary cholesterol and coronary heart disease. We think it’s time for you to reconsider. The latest research shows that healthy adults can enjoy an egg every day without increasing their risk of heart disease.

According to the American Heart Association, lutein found in egg yolks also protects against the progress of early heart disease.