eggs

Benefits:

• An excellent source of protein, B vitamins, vitamins A and D, zinc and iron.
• A source of the antioxidants lutein and zeaxanthin.

Drawbacks:

• Yolks are high in cholesterol.
• A common cause of food allergy.
• A risk of salmonella if not fully cooked.

Eggs are a good source of the antioxidants lutein and zeaxanthin, linked to a reduced risk of age-related macular degeneration, a leading cause of blindness in older adults. Eggs are also an excellent source of vitamin B12, essential for proper nerve function.