Zasto je dobro jesti jaja? (Why is it good to eat eggs?)

Jaja su jedna od najzdravijih i najpraktičnijih namirnica, i dobro je jesti ih iz više razloga. Evo najvažnijih:

1. Jaja su bogat izvor proteina

Jedno jaje sadrži oko 6–7 g kvalitetnog proteina. Proteini su važni za:

- rast i obnovu mišića

- jačanje imunog sistema

- osećaj sitosti (pomaže da manje grickate)

2. Sadrže važne vitamine i minerale

Jaja su “prirodni multivitamin” jer imaju:

- vitamin A (za kožu i vid)

- vitamin D (za kosti i imunitet)

- B vitamine (za energiju i mozak)

- selen i cink (za imunitet)

- jod (važan za štitnu žlezdu)

3. Jaja su dobra za mozak

Žumance sadrži holin, koji je važan za:

- pamćenje

- učenje

- razvoj mozga (posebno kod mladih)

4. Pomažu u održavanju zdravih očiju

Jaja sadrže lutein i zeaksantin, koji štite oči od:

- oštećenja od UV zračenja

- starenja oka i problema sa vidom

5. Jaja pomažu da se osećaš sito

Zbog proteina i zdravih masti, jaja mogu pomoći da:

- duže ostaneš sit/a

- manje grickaš između obroka

- lakše kontrolišeš apetit

6. Jaja su praktična i jeftina

- Brzo se spremaju, mogu se kombinovati na mnogo načina i često su najpovoljniji izvor kvalitetnog proteina.

Kajgana 

Klasican omlet

Eggs are one of the healthiest and most convenient foods, and it is good to eat them for many reasons. Here are the most important ones:

1. Eggs are a rich source of protein

One egg contains about 6–7 g of quality protein. Proteins are important for:

- muscle growth and recovery

- strengthening the immune system

- feeling of fullness (helps you snack less)

2. They contain important vitamins and minerals

Eggs are a "natural multivitamin" because they have:

- vitamin A (for skin and vision)

- vitamin D (for bones and immunity)

- B vitamins (for energy and brain)

- selenium and zinc (for immunity)

- iodine (important for the thyroid gland)

3. Eggs are good for the brain

Egg yolks contain choline, which is important for:

- memory

- learning

- brain development (especially in young people)

4. They help maintain healthy eyes

Eggs contain lutein and zeaxanthin, which protect the eyes from:

- damage from UV radiation

- eye aging and vision problems

5. Eggs help you feel full

Because of the protein and healthy fats, eggs can help to:

- you stay full longer

- you snack less between meals

- you control your appetite more easily

6. Eggs are practical and cheap

- They are prepared quickly, can be combined in many ways and are often the best source of quality protein.

Kaygana - scrambled eggs

Classic omelette