It is often said that good things come in small packages, and if you take the case of the humble egg, you can’t help but agree. Packed with proteins, good fats and vitamins, eggs have some of the most health-friendly properties to boast of. Eating eggs, especially for breakfast, may just be what makes or breaks your weight-loss diet.
The problem of obesity starts early in India. The country has the second highest number of obese children — 14.4 million — in the world. Indian diets are carbohydrate-heavy and oil-rich. In this scenario, thankfully we can consume eggs that contain vitamin D, necessary for healthy bones and teeth, and nutrients that help balance blood sugar levels, prevent heart disease and support the functioning of the brain.
Here’s how eggs aid weight loss:
(The author is vice-chairman & managing director of Srinivasa Farms)
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