How to eat "eggs" according to their own age
As you know, eggs are a great source of protein. In addition to low calories. It is also rich in nutrients that are beneficial to the body. They include iron, calcium, phosphorus, choline, vitamin A, vitamin B1, B2, B6, vitamin E, folate, lecithin, lutein and zeaxanthin. Every home has a chicken egg or duck egg in the refrigerator at all times.
However, eating eggs is the most beneficial. It is necessary to take into account the age and health of consumers as well, which Dr. Wanaporn Thongchom, nutrition scholar, department of nutrition, Faculty of Medicine, Ramathibodi Hospital, gave the following recommendations.
Pregnant and lactating women
Eggs contain essential nutrients for the development of the brain and nervous tissue of the embryo, including folate, choline, protein and iron, which help prevent abnormalities in newborns. Nutritionists recommend eating one egg a day.
Babies are 6-7 months old.
For the amount of protein a 6-7 month old baby needs each day. Will be equal to the amount of half an egg Nutritionists therefore recommend crushing half a hard-boiled egg for the first time. And should be given in small quantities first
8-12 months old baby
When the baby is getting older Can increase the quantity of eggs In half - 1 egg per day
1-5 years old children, school age children and adolescents.
Children aged 1 year and up to teenagers can eat 1 egg every day.
Working age and elderly
In the case of being healthy , there is no problem with hyperlipidemia. You can eat 1 egg every day as well.
Patients with various conditions
For patients with atrial pressure, hypertension , diabetes, hypercholesterolemia. Or people with cardiovascular risk And high cholesterol It is recommended to consume 3 eggs / week and other dietary needs to be monitored Or follow your doctor's advice
Boiled-stew is better than frying.
As for the way to bring the eggs to cook it. Deep fried Or go fry until rise With the use of large amounts of oil Will adversely affect your health Because most often use oil that is saturated fat in frying, such as palm oil, it can cause high blood fat. If you're going to fry, use a small amount of oil, but if it's healthy, it's best to boil or stew with little oil.
Do not eat raw eggs!
Dr. Wanaporn recommends that the consumption of eggs is good. Is eating eggs that have been cooked. And not processed To get the most benefit Because raw egg whites contain Avidin Which hinder the absorption of a vitamin called biotin or vitamin H
Biotin is a vitamin that helps maintain healthy hair, nails, and skin. It also contributes to the work of the nervous system. Energy metabolism As well as various cells within the body and is involved in the regulation of fat metabolism as well. Eating raw eggs interferes with the absorption of biotin. Therefore may result in hair loss Flaky skin And nails are not strong.
