Omani doctor explains health benefits of eggs

Muscat: An Omani doctor explained the importance of eggs to the human body, as they reduce the risk of heart disease and help protect eyes from age-related eye diseases.

Dr. Saleh bin Saif Al Hinai said: "Are you a fan of eggs? Eggs are a healthy food that have many health benefits."

Here are six benefits:

1- Protein: Eggs are a good source of protein, which is essential for muscle growth and repair.

2- Vitamins and minerals: Eggs contain many important vitamins and minerals, including vitamin A, vitamin B12, iron, and zinc.

3- Choline: Eggs are a good source of choline, which is essential for brain health and memory.

4- Antioxidants: Eggs contain antioxidants that help protect the body from chronic diseases.

5- Heart health: Eggs may help lower levels of harmful cholesterol in the blood and increase levels of good cholesterol in the blood, which may reduce the risk of heart disease.

6- Eye health: Eggs contain lutein and zeaxanthin, two antioxidants that help protect the eye from age-related eye diseases, such as cataracts and macular degeneration.