Nutrition

Eggs for Healthy Eating

Eggs Make the Grade for Healthy Eating More than ever, eggs are being recognized for their outstanding nutritional qualities. If you enjoy eggs, and healthy eating is important to you, it's good to know that Canadian shell eggs meet the criteria for the Health Check™ program based on Canada's Food Guide. Health Check™ is a national food information program developed by the Heart and Stroke Foundation of Canada to help Canadians make healthy food choices. At the heart of the Health Check™ program is the Health Check™ symbol, backed by the Heart and Stroke Foundation name.

Nutrition Information per 53 g serving (1 Large egg) Calories 70 Cal / 292.88 kJ Fat 5 g Cholesterol 195 mg Sodium 65 mg Carbohydrate 1 g Protein 6 g

^†Enjoying a variety of foods is part of healthy eating. Eggs are a nutritious food and, like many foods, should be eaten in moderation. Canadian egg producers financially support the Health Check™ education program. This is not an endorsement. For more information on the Health Check™ program, visit www.healthcheck.org.


A Nutritious Choice to Take to Heart

Recent research shows that healthy adults can enjoy an egg every day without increasing their risk of heart disease. A study by the prestigious Harvard School of Public Health found no significant link between eating eggs and developing heart disease in healthy individuals.^1,2

Eggs for a Healthy Lifestyle

Eating well goes hand in hand with being active to help you feel your best. Here are some tips to help you enjoy a healthy lifestyle! Eat Well: Follow Canada's Food Guide for a healthy balance! Enjoy a variety of food from each food group every day. Be Active: Get your body moving each day! Even a 10-minute walk can make a difference. For a copy of Canada's Guide to Physical Activity, contact your local health department or check out www.phac-aspc.gc.ca/pau-uap/paguide/index.html. De-Stress: try to manage daily stress and find ways to make time for yourself. For stress reducing tips, contact your provincial Heart and Stroke Foundation or visit: www.heartandstroke.ca .