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Animal-Derived Functional

Egg (Chicken)

One of the most complete proteins available, plus choline for the brain and lutein and zeaxanthin for the eyes.

Benefits

Key compounds

Complete proteincholinevitamin B12vitamin Dluteinzeaxanthinselenium

May help with

Best for these goals

Muscle & strengthfocus & mindeye health

How to use it

Boil, poach, scramble, fry, or bake into countless dishes

Evidence level

Nutritional

Cautions & interactions

Egg allergy is common; raw or undercooked eggs carry a Salmonella risk — cook until set; current evidence says dietary cholesterol is fine in moderation for most people
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