The "no-cholesterol" craze of the 90s gave eggs a bad name. But more and more research is showing that eggs can be a boon to your health. For as few as 75 calories, an egg provides 12% of the daily allowance for protein. It also contains other nutrients such as vitamin A, B6, B12, D, folate, iron, phosphorous and zinc.

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If your cholesterol levels are normal, you can eat up to one egg per day. But make sure your diet is rich in fruit, veggies, fish, legumes and non-fat dairy products. And cut out the saturated and trans fatty acids by eating less deep-fried foods, cookies, crackers, pies and pastries. If you have been diagnosed with elevated cholesterol levels, it is best to speak to your dietician or doctor first. But if your diet is well-controlled, it should be safe to eat an egg every once in a while.

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