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You'll Exceed The Recommended Daily Cholesterol Limit If You Eat Two Eggs per

Day

Each large egg contains about 186 milligrams of cholesterol, and the
USDA recommends that we limit our cholesterol intake to 300 milligrams
per day.

Only 1.8 Percent of Eggs are Laid in Organic


Conditions
We all want to eat more organic foods, presumably, but in fact a very
small percentage of eggs are produced in accordance with the USDA
National Organic Program standards, and these eggs cost about twice
as much as standard eggs. In order to be certified organic, the hens cant
be treated with any hormones or antibiotics, and their feed cant contain
any genetically modified ingredients or any ingredients treated with
pesticides or herbicides, and cant be grown with fertilizers that contain
chemical or synthetic additives.

Theyre Loaded with Vitamins and Minerals

While they may be high in cholesterol, eggs are a lot more than just that
and protein. They also contain antioxidants that help with eye health
(lutein and zeaxanthin), vitamins A, B12, D, riboflavin, folate, and
phosphorous, and an essential nutrient called choline, which helps with
brain function.

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