Eat eggs guilt free: Wonder Woman - Who are you today?

Should you eat eggs or not? Here's a quick look at some facts.

Then: Yolks were considered tiny cholesterol bombs.

Now: Numerous studies, including one in a 2011 issue of the European Journal of Clinical Nutrition, have debunked the link between eggs and heart disease. Although a single yolk contains nearly the recommended daily limit for dietary cholesterol, it is the most nutrient-rich part, packed with zinc, iron, Vitamins A and D and choline, which may help reduce breast-cancer risk.

Plus, the yolk contains nearly half of an egg's hunger-quashing protein, which is why white-only omelettes aren't as satisfying.
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"Because you feel full, you're less likely to overeat later on," says Nikhil V Dhurandhar, PhD, an associate professor at Pennington Biomedical Research Center in Baton Rouge, Louisiana.

Bring it back: A hard-boiled egg makes a great snack with staying power- and has only around 70 calories. Just beware fattening companions that often accompany eggs, such as butter, bacon and cheese.

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  1. Hello Guys Not long ago eggs had a bad reputation. It was commonly agreed that they were high in saturated fat and caused elevated cholesterol levels. More recently, eggs have been celebrated as a great, low calorie source of protein. Read on to debunk the myths and learn how eggs can become a healthy part of your diet.Thanks a lot!!

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