Tag Archives: Eggs

Another Good Reason to Eat Leafy Greens, Avocados and Eggs

Lutein — a carotenoid found in egg yolks, avocados, cruciferous vegetables and dark, leafy greens — is well-known for its vision-enhancing properties.1 Research also suggests it has neuroprotective qualities,2 improving memory3 and boosting intelligence.4 As reported in the Senior Resource Guide:5 “Lutein belongs in the subclass of xanthophylls, which have polar molecular structures that possess… Read More »

Eggs and cholesterol: Is industry funded research misleading?

Whether dietary cholesterol increases levels of cholesterol in the blood is a controversial topic. Although many researchers have investigated this question, a recent review asks whether industry funding has slanted the overall results. Share on PinterestDo industry funded studies paint eggs in too favorable a light? Cholesterol is a waxy substance that is essential for… Read More »

Eggs Are In

Headline on an article in a local newspaper. “ Americans on track to eat most eggs in nearly a century ”   Well what do you make of this? We can tell you what to make of it because there has been an evolution in recent nutritional guidance from the federal government. This is not… Read More »