Egg yolk is rich in several vitamins and omega 3.
Dr Priyanka Sehrawat of Neurology and Medicine at AIIMS Delhi shared a revealing video on Instagram, listing the health benefits of a yolk and an egg as a whole.
An egg has several health beliefs associated with it, with most stating that it is unhealthy to consume in large quantities. Many also think that consuming the yellow, runny yolk could be dangerous to your health. An expert has debunked these myths, sharing its incredible benefits and how it can be included in your diet.
According to the Healthline website, you can eat an egg and its yolk to regulate cholesterol in the body. Eating eggs increases the body's levels of HDL (high-density lipoprotein), a type of “good” cholesterol.
Dr Priyanka Sehrawat, Neurology and Medicine, AIIMS Delhi, shared a revealing video on Instagram, listing the health benefits of a yolk and an egg as a whole. She began by saying that many people believe that egg yolk contributes to increased cholesterol in the body and is therefore discarded. She debunked the belief, saying it is just a myth. According to her, egg white is very rich in nutrients such as protein, selenium and vitamin B12. while, a yolk is made up of different types of minerals and vitamins, which are extremely beneficial for our body.
It contains fat-soluble vitamins such as vitamin A, vitamin E, vitamin K and omega 3. It also states that omega 3 is a type of fatty acid that helps boost our immunity. She revealed, “Egg yolk is richer in protein compared to fat content.” Giving more information in the caption, Dr. Priyanka writes, “Eating whole egg provides a balanced amount of protein, vitamins and minerals.” Furthermore, the best time to consume an egg is breakfast, while eating one or two eggs a day is considered a very healthy option.
The Healthline website claims that one egg contains choline, a nutrient that many don't even know about. According to the information provided, it is necessary in the formation of the cell membrane and also helps in the production of signaling molecules in the brain. One egg contains around 100 grams of this nutrient.
