Misconceptions about eating eggs

Many people believe that the egg yolk is the most valuable component. However, nutrition experts reveal the opposite.

Many people believe that eating too many eggs is bad, even suggesting that you should only eat two a week. However, eggs are a versatile food that can be prepared in many delicious and appealing dishes. Furthermore, because eggs are small, you might need to eat more than two at a time. For those who consider eggs a favorite food, the idea that eating too many could be harmful would be concerning.

Is eating a lot good for you?

Regarding this issue, in an interview with Zing.vn, Dr. Le Quang Hao from the National Institute of Nutrition stated: “Eggs are actually a very good food; we can eat them daily, even up to two eggs a day. There are no medical conditions that require abstaining from this food. Therefore, there is no need to worry if you enjoy eating eggs. Many vegetarian diets include eggs as a main dish daily.”

Dr. Hao noted that people should avoid eating raw or undercooked eggs due to the high risk of bacterial contamination. Additionally, individuals with high blood lipids, high cholesterol, and obesity should limit their egg consumption. However, for young children, eating eggs regularly is very beneficial.

In fact, egg whites are just as nutritious as egg yolks. (Image: Parentinghealthybabies)

Which is better, egg white or egg yolk?

"When eating, we should eat both the egg white and the yolk because both have the same nutritional value. The egg white contains the same amount of protein as the yolk, and it's not something to be discarded as many people mistakenly believe," Dr. Hao said.

According to estimates, an egg contains approximately 7g of protein, with 50% in the egg white, 44% in the yolk, and the remainder in the shell and membrane beneath the shell. Fat and cholesterol are found in the yolk. Therefore, egg whites are actually "healthier" as they are both nutritious and do not affect those with cholesterol problems. However, this expert believes that our bodies are very good at eliminating cholesterol, so for healthy individuals, eating egg yolks is not harmful.

Which eggs are the best?

According to Dr. Hao, chicken, duck, goose, and quail eggs – that is, eggs from different animals – will inevitably have different nutritional compositions, but this difference is insignificant. Among them, chicken eggs are used as a benchmark for comparison and are considered the best type of egg.

Does eating goose eggs make your child smarter?

Many women currently believe that eating goose eggs will help their unborn babies be more intelligent. However, according to experts, there is no scientific evidence to support this claim. Furthermore, goose eggs have lower levels of vitamins than chicken eggs, especially vitamin A, which is essential for pregnant women. On the other hand, regular consumption of goose eggs by pregnant women can lead to obesity and increased cholesterol levels, negatively impacting the health of both mother and child.

According to Zing.vn