Why should you eat eggs for breakfast?

Chicken eggs are one of the popular foods in the daily meals of Vietnamese people. Chicken eggs are delicious, nutritious, and cheap, so they are loved by many housewives. Experts also recommend adding chicken eggs to your daily breakfast. So, why should you eat chicken eggs in the morning?

Why should you eat eggs for breakfast?

National general practitioner Bui Dac Sang, Vietnam Academy of Science and Technology, Hanoi Oriental Medicine Association pointed out the benefits of eating eggs in the morning:

Helps lose weight, keeps you full longer

In a study of 20 overweight or obese volunteers, researchers found that those who ate an egg for breakfast felt less hungry at lunch. So they ate less.

The high protein content in eggs helps dieters feel full longer, thereby helping them stick to their weight loss diet.

Great source of protein

Egg protein is very complete, containing all essential amino acids and is very easily digestible by the human body.

Prevent cardiovascular disease

Eggs are also good for the heart, just one egg a day will reduce the risk of heart disease. Although they contain some cholesterol, eating eggs will not increase this substance like many people worry.

Enhance memory

Eggs help develop the brain and are beneficial for memory. Egg yolks are rich in choline, which can promote brain function development. Choline is also very helpful in improving memory.

Protect eyesight

Egg yolks contain two antioxidants, lutein and zeaxanthin, which can help protect the eyes from UV rays.

They also help reduce the risk of age-related cataracts.

Cooling, blood tonic

According to Oriental medicine, chicken eggs are also a food with unique “balancing” capabilities. In Li Shizhen’s “Compendium of Materia Medica,” it is clearly stated that chicken egg whites are cold in nature and have a heat-clearing effect.

Besides, egg yolk is warm, helps to nourish blood, its effect is equal to gelatin.

Liver protection

The protein in chicken eggs helps restore damaged liver cells. The lecithin in the yolk helps promote the regeneration of liver cells, improving the body's metabolism and immunity.

Cancer prevention

Eggs are rich in vitamin B2 and many minerals such as the trace element selenium. These substances all have anti-cancer effects.