Fremont Farms of Iowa produces liquid egg used in a wide variety of foods. For many years there has been a debate as to whether or not eggs can be a regular part of a heart healthy diet. The American Heart Association has long recommended no more than 3-4 whole eggs per week; however recent studies suggest that an egg a day does not adversely affect a healthy individual’s cholesterol. In fact, eggs can be part of a nutrient dense diet. A single egg supplies less than 4% of the total calories that a normal person consumes based on a 2000 calorie per day diet.
Eggs are packed with many vital nutrients and minerals, making it one of the most nutrient dense foods available per calorie. Eggs also contain the most complete source of protein known to man. The protein in eggs contains some essential amino acids that the human body is unable to synthesize on its own. Research has also shown that a diet rich in protein and low in carbohydrates can stabilize blood sugar. This leads to less snacking in between meals and therefore leads to weight loss. It is believes that eating protein satiates your appetite longer than some high carb foods, also resulting in less snacking.
An average sized egg contains 5 grams of fat or less, the majority of which is unsaturated. Studies have shown that eggs can help you maintain or increase your “good” (HDL) cholesterol level. Also, eggs contain no trans-fatty acids which have been shown to contribute to certain health related problems. The fat that eggs do supply has been shown to increase the absorption of certain vitamins like A, D, E, and K.
Along with all of the other benefits of including eggs in your diet, recent studies have shown that eggs contain a relatively high level of choline. Choline was recently identified as being a nutrient that is essential to human health. It is required for normal functioning of brain tissue, memory, and plays a role in preventing heart disease. Also, lutein and zeaxanthin are two other very important ingredients in eggs. Both of these nutrients are known as carotenoids and have been shown to play a role in promoting vision and preventing some common causes of blindness.
All in all, eggs provide an excellent source of nutrition at an incredibly low price. Fremont Farms of Iowa is proud to offer a quality egg product that is used in many of the packaged foods that you find in your grocery store today.