Eggs contain lutein and zeaxanthin, carotenoid vitamins that are essential for your vision. Together, they reduce the risk of age-related macular degeneration, which causes blindness in older people (11).
Carotenoids protect the eyes from damage caused by sunlight, improve night vision, and reduce the risk of developing cataracts by up to 50% (12).
5. Nourishes your muscles
2 eggs provide as much protein as a serving of meat, without exposing you to as much fat and acidity as most meats. Although many diets suggest eating only egg whites for a lean, high protein source, half of the total protein in eggs is found in the yolk (13).
6. Nourishes your bones
Eggs contain both calcium and vitamin D, the building blocks your body needs to maintain bones, especially to ensure bone density. Vitamin D effectively boosts your body’s ability to absorb calcium (14). Calcium is also needed for blood clotting, nerve signals, and muscle contractions (15).
7. Promotes weight loss
Because eggs are nutrient-rich, they are more filling than most foods. They’re also low in calories, making them much more diet-friendly than most protein-rich foods. The Journal of the American College of Nutrition and the International Journal of Obesity both conducted studies that concluded that eating eggs at breakfast can reduce the amount of food you eat later in the day ( 16.17).
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