High in protein
Eggs are rich in protein: 2 eggs provide an average 12 g of protein, i.e. about 20% of the protein needed by an adult every day. Egg proteins are of good nutritional quality as they contain all the essential amino acids that the cells need.
-eggs do not need to be supplemented by any other protein source
-2 eggs provide about 12 g of protein, equivalent to 50 g of meat or fish.
Rich in lipids
The fats in eggs are good for your health. They are very easily digested. Moreover, it is now recognised that their high cholesterol content has little impact on blood cholesterol levels. People who have too much bad cholesterol are no longer forbidden to eat eggs. Most of the lipids in eggs are unsaturated (Omega 9, Omega 6 and sometimes even Omega 3 for eggs from hens fed on linseed).
Rich in vitamins
They contain large quantities of vitamins: of the 13 vitamins that the body needs, eggs provide 9 in good quantities. It is the only food that provides so many vitamins in a small volume. The vitamins contained in eggs are very well retained regardless of the degree of cooking.
Rich in trace element
Eggs also provide significant quantities of many minerals and trace elements.
Due to their nutritional richness, which is little affected by cooking or preparation methods, eggs have a place in a healthy and balanced diet for all ages: they are economical and easy to cook and are appreciated for the variety of recipes they offer.
The egg, a protein of the future that meets the changing expectations of the French who wish to diversify their protein sources, due to its unique nutritional profile, its flavour profile that appeal to young and old alike and its possible use in all types of diet.