Eggs...

According to new research, one cooked egg (boiled or scrambled) has up to 41 IU of Vitamin D! (Adults should be getting 400 to 600 IU of Vitamin D per day.)

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(courtesy of www.livestrong.com)

Nutrition in a Boiled Egg

Eggs, according to the Incredible Edible Egg's website, contain 13 essential nutrients and only contain 70 calories on average. Each egg contains 6.29 g of protein, 0.39 g of carbohydrates, 4 g of fat, 212 mg of cholesterol, 1.55 g of saturated fat, 125.5 mg of choline, 244 IU vitamin A, 18 IU vitamin D, 0.48 mg vitamin E, 0.071 mg vitamin B6 and 24 mcg folate. Eggs also contain magnesium, sodium, calcium, riboflavin, thiamine, phosphorous, iron and zinc. In addition, eggs contain two compounds called lutein and zeaxanthin.

Eye Health

The two antioxidants in eggs--lutein and zeaxanthin--contribute to eye health. These antioxidants help prevent age-related blindness and reduce the risk of developing cataracts and age-related macular degeneration, which causes blurred and distorted vision. Although 166 mcg are of these antioxidants are in an egg, these antioxidants are easier to absorb from eggs than any other food source.

Weight Loss

Each egg contains 13 percent of the daily recommended value of protein. Protein is used to build and repair the tissues and muscles within the body and it is also partially responsible for immune function. The protein in eggs is considered high quality protein. This type of protein will help people maintain a healthy weight if eaten as part of a regular breakfast and a reduced calorie diet.

Cell Functioning

Each egg contains 23 percent of the daily recommended value of choline, which is necessary for the functioning of all cells in the body. This includes cells that transport nutrients throughout the body and to cells associated with memory. This mineral also helps promote memory and brain functioning in children and helps prevent birth defects.

Some may argue that eggs are high in cholesterol, which they are, and by all means should your doctor have you on a restricted diet than you should absolutely do what he/she says, but other than strict medical restrictions, eating eggs in moderation are absolutely good for your health. And if you're concerned with the amount of cholesterol you are consuming, you may, of course, leave the yolk out, although eating the entire egg (yolk and whites) ensures that you receive all the nutritional value they have to offer!

AND...boiled eggs can last up to a whole week in the fridge! So totally keep a few of these healthy little beauties hanging around for a quick breakfast...easy snack time...or cut up in a salad (Spinach is my favorite)!