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EGGS AND
CARDIOVASCULAR
DISEASE
A rapidly growing body of scientific
evidence demonstrates that saturated fat, not dietary cholesterol,
is the real culprit in raising blood, or serum, cholesterol
levels. Studies conducted at the University of Arizona, the
Harvard School of Public Health, and others have concluded
that the cholesterol levels of healthy people will probably
remain about the same if they eat an egg a day.
In addition, the American Heart Association has amended its
guidelines on eggs and there is “no longer a specific
recommendation on the number of egg yolks a person may consume
in a week.”
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SEEING IS BELIEVING
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| The American Egg Board provides materials
to food editors and others to promote a better understanding
of diet and eye disease. |
Age-related
Macular Degeneration
(AMD) is the leading cause of blindness in North America. Approximately
200,000 new cases are diagnosed each year, and nearly six million
Americans have suffered some vision loss from AMD. A rapidly
aging and longer living population suggests that the prevalence
of AMD is likely to triple over the next 25 years. Research
funded by the National Eye Institute has indicated that certain
antioxidants, particularly lutein and zeaxanthin, may significantly
reduce the risk of AMD. Eggs are an important dietary source
of both lutein and zeaxanthin and may play an important role
in reducing the risk of serious eye disease.
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ARE EGGS THE PERFECT SOLUTION FOR
LOW-CARB DIETS
Led by the popularity of the Atkins diet, low-carb/high-protein
diets are being utilized by millions of Americans. No food
meets the needs of low-carb dieters like The incredible edible
egg™.
- Protein? Eggs are
the standard by which other protein sources are measured.
A typical large egg contains over six grams of protein.
- Fat? An egg has 4.5
grams of fat, only 7% of the daily value. Only one-third
(1.5 grams) is saturated fat and 2 grams are the mono-unsaturated
variety.
- Tasty? You bet. Eggs
are used in 94% of the households in the U.S. Almost everyone
likes eggs. This is dieting without sacrifice.
- Versatile?
Casseroles, stratas without bread, omelets, skillet suppers—consumers
on low-carb diets crave variety, and eggs provide it.
- Costly?
The one thing that eggs are not. USDA studies have confirmed
that eggs are one of the cheapest forms of high quality
protein available. Consumer interest in the egg category
is being driven by individuals seeking smart choices for
a high-protein diet.
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CHOLINE DOES A BRAIN GOOD
An essential nutrient, choline plays
an important neurological role in the development brain and
memory functions. It has also been found that prenatal deficiencies
of choline have a negative impact on the development of areas
of the brain related to learning and memory. With 125 mg of
choline, one egg provides at least 22% of an adult’s daily
requirement.
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WHAT’S IN AN EGG?
Eggs are rich in nutrients and a very affordable component
of a healthy diet. They contain, in varying amounts, almost
every essential vitamin and mineral needed by humans as well
as several other beneficial food
components. In fact, egg protein is of such high quality that
it is a standard against which other proteins are compared.
Take a look at the nutrition statement and see what you get
in today’s incredible, edible egg. |
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Nutrition
Statement
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Nutrient or Other Component
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Quantity in One Large Egg*
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Percent of Daily Value**
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| Calories |
75
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4
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| Total Fat |
5 g
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8
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| Saturated Fat |
1.5 g
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8
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| Cholesterol |
211.5 mg
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70
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| Protein |
6.3 g
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13
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| Vitamin A |
243 IU
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5
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| Vitamin D |
17 IU
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4
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| Vitamin E |
0.75 mg
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3
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| Vitamin B12 |
0.6 mcg
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10
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| Vitamin B6 |
0.07 mg
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4
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| Folate |
24 mcg
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6
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| Thiamin |
0.031 mg
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2
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| Riboflavin |
0.24 mg
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14
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| Phosphorus |
95 mg
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10
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| Zinc |
0.55 mg
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3
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| Iron |
0.91 mg
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5
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| Choline |
125 mg
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22
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| Lutein & Zeaxanthin |
165 mcg
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n/a
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| * Large eggs
are the size most commonly sold in the U.S. Eggs of larger
or smaller sizes contain proportionally greater or lesser
amounts of nutrients. |
| ** Based on
2,000 calorie intake; for adults and children greater
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WANT TO LEARN MORE ABOUT EGGS AND NUTRITION?
The Egg Nutrition Center in Washington, D.C., monitors
scientific research regarding eggs and offers a wide variety
of information and other resources. Log onto enc-online.org.
In addition, the American Egg Board offers a wide range of materials
for consumer affairs professionals, schools, and others.
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BREAKFAST IS THE
MOST IMPORTANT
MEAL
Mom was right. Eating
a good breakfast is the best way to start the day. Research
demonstrates that breakfast eaters live longer, are far less
likely to be fat, and may have a reduced risk of developing
diabetes. Having eggs at breakfast can also improve memory
and cognitive skills.
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