Eggs are the Most Cost-Efficient Protein Sources

Compared with other types of animal proteins, eggs are affordable, lean, and abundant in healthy nutrients like vitamins, minerals, antioxidants and nutritious fats. 

One study found that eggs are extremely cost-efficient protein sources — more so than red meat, poultry and seafood. 

They are also some of the most cost-efficient sources of nutrients including choline, vitamin A, vitamin D and vitamin E. 

Some research has even observed that people who consume eggs regularly as part of a well-balanced diet tend to have a higher intake of vitamins and minerals compared with those who do not eat eggs. 

Another benefit of eggs is that they are incredibly versatile. There are many delicious ways to enjoy eggs all throughout the day. There are a ton of simple ways to incorporate eggs into your daily diet. And even if the recipe you are following does not call for eggs, you can still scramble a few on the side and then mix them into your final dish. 

For example, one salad topper to consider is boiled eggs. Even adding just one boiled egg to your salad provides an extra 6 grams of protein.

Or, try this scrambled egg stir-fry recipe that pairs eggs with shrimp, ginger and green onions.