How many eggs a week is enough?

According to Traditional Medicine Practitioner Nguyen Trung Hai, Vice President of the Central Scientific Council of the Vietnam Oriental Medicine Association, in Oriental medicine, chicken eggs are sweet, neutral, and belong to the heart and stomach meridians. Chicken eggs are not only a rich source of nutrition but also play an important role in supporting the cardiovascular system and improving digestive function if used properly, moderately and reasonably.

Effects of chicken eggs

The main effect is to nourish yin, nourish blood, and moisten the lungs. This is an effective dish in cases of weakness, fatigue, and digestive disorders, especially in the elderly, people who have just recovered from illness, or children with weak health.

For the cardiovascular system, chicken eggs contain a large amount of lecithin, a natural phospholipid that breaks down bad cholesterol, helps clean blood vessels and prevents atherosclerosis. Chicken egg yolks contain natural omega-3 fatty acids and lutein, zeaxanthin, antioxidants that are beneficial for the eyes and heart. When eaten in moderation, chicken eggs help regulate blood pressure, stabilize heart rate and reduce the risk of chronic cardiovascular disease.

Regarding digestion, Doctor Hai emphasized that chicken eggs are easy to digest, a complete source of protein that helps protect the stomach lining and restore digestive function after illness. In folk medicine, the dish "steamed chicken eggs with honey" or "steamed chicken eggs with perilla leaves" is an effective remedy for coughs, diarrhea, stomachaches, and flatulence.

Eggs are also very suitable for people with weak digestive systems, intestinal enzyme disorders or recovering from surgery. However, for eggs to be effective, they should be clean, free of antibiotic residues and cooked to facilitate absorption, avoid indigestion or increase the risk of bacterial infections such as salmonella.

How to use eggs properly

Answering the question of how many eggs a week is enough, Doctor Hai recommends:“Healthy adults should eat about 3–5 eggs per week. Children can eat 2–3 eggs per week, depending on their age and physical needs. People with high cholesterol, fatty liver or a history of cardiovascular disease should consult a nutritionist before consuming them regularly.”

Note to avoid eating chicken eggs with foods rich in vitamin C such as oranges, grapefruits, tomatoes... because it can easily cause an adverse reaction in the stomach. Also, do not combine eggs with soy milk or green tea because it affects protein absorption.

From a rustic dish, chicken eggs from the perspective of oriental medicine become a valuable medicine if used properly. In modern society, when pressure and stress directly affect the health of the heart and digestive system, adding chicken eggs to the weekly menu is a simple, economical choice but brings many sustainable benefits./.