A NEW WAY OF LOOKING AT EGGS!!!

Eggs are often avoided because of their cholesterol content. Many are confused about cholesterol, eggs, and what they should eat for a heart-healthy eating plan. To help lessen the confusion, here are some facts about eggs:

1) The American Heart Association (AHA) recommends a maximum consumption of four egg yolks per week. There is no limitation on egg whites.

2) One large, whole egg provides 213 milligrams of cholesterol. The AHA recommends that a healthy American adult limit cholesterol to less than 300 milligrams per day.

3) Much of past heart-health concerns with eggs were related to the way they were prepared. Eggs fried with butter or eaten with bacon, hash browns, and buttered toast make for a meal high in saturated fat.

We now have egg substitutes out on the market, such as EggBeaters, that are made from 99% real egg whites. Then vitamins and minerals are added with a touch of coloring and flavoring. This means that there are no preservatives added to these substitutes. Plus, since they are made from egg whites, EggBeaters are naturally fat-free. These have less than half the calories of the whole eggs, but all the taste.

Here is a Comparison of the EggBeaters vs. Shell Eggs:

	Egg Beaters (1/4 Cup)	One Whole Shell Egg
Calories	30	75
Fat (g)	0	5
Cholesterol (mg)	0	210
Protein (g)	6	6

In conclusion, these facts show you that whether you decide to go with the whole egg or the egg substitute, you don't have to completely cut them out of your diet as long as they are eaten in moderation. ENJOY!

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