Why is egg yolk good for your health?

Egg white omelets and other yolk-free recipes have become synonymous with "healthy" to many. But if you toss out your egg yolks, you're also tossing out some of the most nutritious parts of the egg. For instance, egg yolks (but not whites) contain vitamins A, D, E and K along with omega-3 fats. read more

One egg yolk contains about 210 milligrams (mg) of cholesterol, which is why public health agencies have long suggested Americans limit their intake. This is a highly flawed recommendation on multiple levels; for starters,"high" cholesterol does not cause heart disease, and beyond that, eating cholesterol-rich food doesn't cause your cholesterol levels to increase. read more

Moderate consumption of egg yolk also provides healthy hair, improves body’s reproductive system and body’s response to injury. 5. Good Source of vitamins and minerals: Egg is an excellent source of vitamins like B6, folate, a B vitamin, B-12, A, D, E and K. read more

There’s a lot to like about egg yolks. Compared to egg whites, the yolk contains most of an egg’s good stuff, including the bulk of its iron, folate and vitamins. The yolks also contain two nutrients—lutein and zeaxanthin—that support eye and brain health. read more