Eggs missing from your summer diet? 6 reasons to bust the myth and eat some eggs this summer!
If you love your eggs, it’s hard to say no to a sinfully delicious cheese omelette, classic bread and sunny-side-up, comforting egg curry or indulgent Mughlai parathas.
But we’ve all been told its best to keep eggs at bay during the warm summer months. While this piece of ‘advice’ has been passed down from generations, it holds little scientific truth. It is believed that eggs add heat to the body and can lead to acne breakouts and stomach problems.
Contrary to this belief, eggs boast of one of the most diverse nutritional packages and should be a part of your diet year-round. After years of research and studies, most nutritionists recommend eating eggs regularly – be it summer or any other time of the year. (1)
Here are six reasons why you should add eggs back to your plate this summer!
1. Nutrition powerhouse
There is a good reason why eggs are considered part of a balanced meal. Not only are eggs one of the best sources of protein, they are rich in Vitamins A and D, iron, calcium, zinc, phosphorus, iodine, and several other vital nutrients that help ensure health and well-being all through the year
2. Boost weight loss
A high-protein diet boosts your metabolism by 80-100 calories per day. Adding an egg or two to your breakfast every morning is excellent for weight loss. Eggs for breakfast can also help fill you faster and keep you full for longer, avoiding over-eating
3. Maintain eye health
A good source of antioxidants such as lutein and zeaxanthin, a healthy consumption of eggs can prevent cataracts and macular degeneration. Vitamin A in eggs helps maintain good vision.
4. Strengthens bones
Rich in calcium and vitamin D, eggs are one of the tastiest things you can eat to help prevent osteoporosis. Vitamin D is essential for proper calcium absorption and maintaining skeletal health.
5. Healthier hair and skin
The sulphur and amino acids along with a wide range of vitamins and minerals present in eggs help ensure your skin and hair remain healthy.
6. Improve immunity
Looking for an immunity boost to fight common ailments for the changing weather? Look no further. The iron in eggs is vital for the formation of red blood cells and also helps gives your body a natural immunity boost.
Akshayakalpa country eggs from free-roaming hens in the backyard of Akshayakalpa Organic farms are full of naturally-occurring nutrition. The hens feed on organic, non-GMO feed grown on chemical-free soils and they live in stress-free environments resulting in eggs that are ethically produced and healthy.
Delivered straight from the farms to your doorstep, these eggs are a convenient and easy way to the add the goodness of country eggs to your diet every day.
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