Eggs are cheap, nutritious and delicious, but how can we eat them more healthily?

During the epidemic, eggs are the first choice for most people to supplement high-quality protein. Although eggs are small and inconspicuous, they have great nutritional value. Eggs are not only rich in high-quality protein, but also contain a variety of nutrients. They are now a must-have nutritious food for every household. Most people eat eggs almost every day. So, how to eat eggs to maximize their nutritional effect?

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How to eat eggs to be healthier?

1. Best time to eat eggs

7-8 am is the best time to eat eggs. After a night's sleep, the body consumes some nutrients, which can be quickly replenished with eggs. People who eat eggs for breakfast are more energetic and have lower calorie intake throughout the day, which is good for weight control.

2. Number of eggs consumed

The optimal amount of eggs to be consumed varies from person to person. For normal adults, one egg a day is enough. For some people who are in a special period, such as those in the recovery period, children and adolescents, and pregnant women, they can eat 1 to 2 eggs a day.

3. Best way to cook eggs

Whether from the perspective of protecting the heart or the perspective of nutrient loss, boiled eggs are the best choice. The best boiled eggs are those in which the yolk is just solidified. This can achieve the sterilization effect without causing a large loss of nutrients. Secondly, among all the cooking methods of eggs, the order of nutrition is: boiled eggs first, scrambled eggs second, fried eggs third, and raw eggs fourth.

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When eating eggs, avoid these situations!

1. Do not cook with sugar

Cooking eggs with sugar will produce a substance due to the high temperature. This substance has a coagulation effect, which will cause harm to the human body and affect the nutritional absorption of eggs. If you want to add sugar to boiled eggs, you can wait until the eggs are slightly cool and then add sugar and stir. The taste is the same.

2. Don’t overcook the eggs

If eggs are cooked for too long, a layer of substances that are difficult for the human body to absorb will form on the surface of the yolk. It will also cause the protein to age, the taste to deteriorate, and affect appetite.

3. Avoid storing for too long after soaking in cold water

In order to lower the temperature of the eggs and make the eggshells easier to peel, many people like to soak the freshly cooked eggs in cold water. However, soaking the eggs in cold water will shorten the shelf life of the eggs, so everyone should remember to eat them in time and not store them for too long.

For health reasons, eat less of these types of eggs:

1. Eating Raw Eggs

Raw eggs are prone to carry bacteria and cause some gastrointestinal problems, so it is recommended to be eaten with caution. Soft-boiled eggs that are not fully cooked also pose health risks.

2. Pickled Salted Eggs

Eggs are pickled, which not only contains high salt, but also easily produces nitrite during the fermentation process. Eating too much of it can be harmful to your health.

3. Braised Eggs

Braised eggs are processed with salt and other seasonings, which not only reduces the nutritional value of eggs, but also produces some nitrite during the pickling process, which has many hazards to health. It is better to eat less of them in normal times.

4. Fried Eggs

If the eggs are fried for too long, vitamin B2 and vitamin B6 will be damaged. Some harmful substances may also be produced during the frying process. If you like to eat fried eggs, you must use less oil, otherwise it will increase the risk of cardiovascular and cerebrovascular problems.

A healthy diet must start from the details, so if you want to eat eggs more healthily and nutritiously, don’t forget the above points.

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