Scientists have suggested that incorporating a staple breakfast item into your diet could potentially slash your risk of developing dementia. Research has highlighted the humble egg as a powerhouse of nutrients vital for brain health, including omega-3 fatty acids and lutein.
A study published in the Journal of Nutrition found that eggs may have a potent effect against Alzheimer’s disease – the most common form of dementia – although the authors cautioned that more research is needed.
They stated: “Emerging evidence suggests that frequent egg consumption may improve cognitive performance on verbal tests, but whether consumption influences the risk of Alzheimer’s dementia and AD is unknown.
“These findings suggest that frequent egg consumption is associated with a lower risk of Alzheimer’s dementia and AD pathology, and the association with Alzheimer’s dementia is partially mediated through dietary choline”
This correlation between egg consumption and health benefits has been noted previously, with nutritional therapist Ian Marber commenting on the advantages of eggs for overall health in an interview with the Times earlier this year.
He explained: “Eggs are a good source of protein, which fills you up, and contain amino acids, omega 3 fatty acids, vitamins D and B12. They are also naturally good sources of choline, which is needed for transmission of nerve signals, and lutein and zeaxanthin that help protect our eyes as we age.”
Furthermore, research from China has indicated that eggs might even lower the risk of heart disease or stroke, as reported by the Daily Express.
Eggs are full of vitamins and protein according to research (stock)
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Professor Nita Forouhi from the University of Cambridge remarked: “The take-home message of this research from a large study from China is that at the very least up to one egg a day is not linked with raised cardiovascular risk, and at best up to one egg a day may even have health benefits,” reports Surrey Live.
Historically, there have been concerns that excessive egg consumption could heighten the risk of heart disease.
Reviewing the findings, Victoria Taylor, Senior Dietician at the British Heart Foundation, advised: “Eating healthily is all about balance. If you’re eating too much of one thing it leaves less room in the diet for other foods that may have more health benefit.
“Eggs are a nutritious food, while this study focuses on the amount that we’re eating it’s still important to pay attention to how the eggs are cooked and to the trimmings that come with them. For example, poached eggs on wholegrain toast is a much healthier meal than a traditional fry up.”