You're eating eggs wrong: Add these 4 foods to unlock more nutrients
The healthiest foods to eat with eggs (photo: Magnific)
Eggs are an excellent source of protein, but they become even more nutritious when paired with the right foods. Certain vegetables, leafy greens, and healthy fats help your body absorb more nutrients while making your meal more balanced and filling.
EatingWell explains which foods pair best with eggs.
Oatmeal
Eggs and oatmeal make an ideal breakfast combination.
Many foods commonly served with eggs, such as sausage, are high in saturated fat, which can raise blood cholesterol levels.
The fiber in oats may help counter some of these effects. Whole grains are an excellent source of fiber, which helps bind and remove cholesterol from the digestive tract while supporting heart health.
Oats are especially beneficial because they're rich in beta-glucan, a type of soluble fiber that has been shown to lower total and LDL ("bad") cholesterol when eaten regularly.
Avocado
Avocado is one of the best foods to pair with eggs because it provides heart-healthy monounsaturated fats, fiber, vitamins, and minerals.
Just half an avocado (100 grams) contains about 6 grams of fiber and is also a good source of potassium, vitamin C, vitamin E, and several B vitamins.
Together, eggs and avocado create a balanced meal that promotes fullness and provides long-lasting energy.
The healthy fats in both foods also improve your body's absorption of fat-soluble vitamins such as vitamins D and E, helping you stay satisfied for longer.
Apples with almond butter
An apple with almond butter is another excellent addition to an egg-based breakfast.
Apples provide fiber and natural carbohydrates, while almond butter supplies healthy fats.
One medium apple contains about 25 grams of carbohydrates, including 4 grams of fiber, and is packed with antioxidants and beneficial plant compounds.
The healthy fats and protein from almond butter and eggs help slow the digestion of the apple's natural sugars, making the meal more satisfying.
Spinach
If you're already making eggs, adding a handful of spinach is an easy way to significantly boost the meal's nutritional value.
Spinach provides fiber, vitamin C, folate, potassium, and powerful antioxidants such as lutein and zeaxanthin.
The fat in egg yolks helps your body absorb the fat-soluble vitamins and carotenoids found in leafy greens.
Both egg yolks and spinach are excellent sources of lutein, a carotenoid that plays an important role in supporting eye and brain health.
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