Gettin’ egg-y with it

July 11, 2011

You probably know that eggs are a good source of protein, vitamins and minerals, but did you know they’re antioxidant-rich, too? University of Alberta researchers have just completed a study that found that egg yolks contain tryptophan and tryosine, which are both high in antioxidants.

(They’re highest in antioxidants in their raw state, but when fried or boiled (which reduces their antioxidant levels), they become equal to apples in terms of the level of free-radical fighters).

Filed under: Diet,Healthy Swellness

Tags: antioxidants, boiled eggs, egg sandwich, eggs. egg yolk, scrambled eggs