the nutritious egg
Eggs are one of the most nutritious foods money can buy - they are a natural source of many nutrients including high quality protein, vitamins and minerals. A medium egg contains less than 80 calories.
Eggs are naturally rich in vitamin B2 (riboflavin), vitamin B12 and vitamin D. They also contain vitamin A and a number of other B vitamins including folate, biotin, pantothenic acid and choline. Eggs also contain essential minerals and trace elements, including phosphorus, iodine and selenium.
For further details of the vitamins and minerals in an egg, and their benefits, click here.
With the previous limits on consumption due to their cholesterol content now removed, eggs are a healthy fast food for all the family, especially if combined with vegetables and salads as part of balanced meals.