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5 Things: Eggs

FitSugar — Thu, 06 Sep 2007 07:30:00 PDT

The incredible edible egg! After a couple of decades of being considered not so good for you, eggs have definitely made a healthy comeback. A few questions still linger about the impact eggs have on cholesterol levels, so here are 5 things about eggs to answers some of those concerns.

Eating 1 egg a day does NOT increase a healthy person's risk of of heart disease or stroke, according to a study funded by the National Institutes of Health.
1 large egg contains 92 calories, 7g of fat, 210 mg of cholesterol, 94mg of sodium, .4g of carbs, .4g of sugars, and 6.3g of protein.
1 egg white contains no cholesterol and 1 egg yolk contains 210mg. If you don't have any problems with your cholesterol levels, you can eat up to 7 yolks in 1 week.
Egg yolks contain most of the egg's nutrients. 1 yolk has 21.9mg of calcium, 245 IU of Vitamin A, 18 IU of vitamin D, 66.3 mg of phosphorus, and 24.8 mcg of folate.
Most of the fat is found in the yolk, and if you are eating Omega-3 fatty acid fortified eggs, you've got to eat the yolk in order to get your fill of this healthy fat.

So, did you have an egg for breakfast? Let me know in the comments section below.

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Egg White Vs. Egg Yolk: Which Is Better?

FitSugar — Mon, 09 Jul 2007 02:30:00 PDT

A lot of us love to eat eggs for breakfast, especially after finding they could help with weight loss. You may be throwing away the yolks to cut calories and reduce cholesterol, which is fine but did you know that most of an egg's nutrients are found in the yolk? Take a look at the comparison below to see what you may be missing.

Want to see how an egg white and yolk compare head-to-head? Then

	Egg White	Egg Yolk
Calories	17	59
Fat (g)	.06	4.51
Saturated Fat (g)	0	1.6
Carbs (g)	.24	.61
Protein (g)	3.6	2.7
Cholesterol (mg)	0	210
Sodium (mg)	55	8
Calcium (mg)	2.3	21.9
Vitamin D (IU)	0	18
Folate (mcg)	1.3	24.8

Moral of the story: Think about keeping (and eating) a few yolks every once in a while -- If you don't currently have cholesterol problems, you can eat up to seven yolks a week. You can get even more detailed info, such as how much Methionine are in a white and yolk, at the USDA Nutrient Database.

Fit's Tip: If you are spending extra dough on Omega-3 eggs, then be sure to eat the yolks because that is where the Omega-3s are found.

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Definition: Meringue

partysugar — Mon, 26 Mar 2007 00:08:42 PDT

Meringue
A simple mixture made of stiffly beaten egg whites and white sugar. It has many forms and consistencies ranging from soft to hard. Meringue is used as a base for lightening mousses and buttercreams or aerating batters. It can be baked and filled or eaten alone.

From Marinades to Mix-Ins, Make the Most of Mustard

Lizzie Fuhr — Thu, 17 May 2012 11:55:51 PDT

Source: Flickr User jlastras

While mustard's always delicious slathered onto your favorite sandwich, there are so many ways to go beyond the basics and get creative with this common yet versatile condiment. From marinades to mix-ins, there are plenty of ways to make the most of mustard for your next meal.

Give your casseroles a bit of bite.
From shepherd's pie to mac and cheese, a spoonful of mustard can go a long way when developing the flavor profile of a classic dish.

Make a tangy dressing.
Whether you're making classic honey mustard or you're mixing things up with a standard vinaigrette recipe, a little mustard can go a long way.

Read on for countless more uses for mustard.

Healthy Dose Link Time: How to Take Care of Your Body When You Overindulge

Michele Foley — Thu, 17 May 2012 11:16:05 PDT

Go a little crazy with the cookie jar? Tips for everyday indulging - Real Simple
Check out what the first lady grooves to while working out - HuffPost Healthy Living
Have your cake and eat it too! Strange diet methods that really work - Shape
Cool down this weekend with these immune-boosting healthy smoothies - Prevention
From Rihanna to Jennifer Lawrence, see how the stars get in action-hero shape - Self
6 wonderful reasons to challenge yourself with ashtanga yoga - Mind Body Green
Get crackin'! 5 ways to eat with egg whites - Fit Bottomed Girls
A CrossFit-inspired workout you can do just about anywhere - Peanut Butter Fingers

Fast & Easy Dinner: Cornflake-Crusted Snapper

Lauren Hendrickson — Tue, 08 May 2012 12:07:21 PDT

A crunchy coating on soft and flaky fish always takes me back to my childhood and those frozen boxes of fish sticks. That's why a recipe for fresh baked cornflake-crusted snapper seemed like the perfect way to re-create the nostalgic dish with a little more adult flair.

Set up stations for the flour, egg white, and cornflakes, and your family will be sitting down for dinner in about a half hour. To keep the meal healthy, I served it with a simple side salad. However, if you're in the mood for a nutritious variation on fish and chips, why not offer it with oven-baked sweet potatoes?

Pull out the box of cereal at dinner to get started on this easy seafood dish.

Bo Gettin' Eggy With It

Sara Yoo — Mon, 09 Apr 2012 14:00:00 PDT

Bo Obama joined the rest of his family for story time, game time, and other lawn hijinks during today's annual White House Easter Egg Roll. While this year's theme of "Let's Go, Let's Play, Let's Move" encourages the 30,000 lucky participants in today's festivities to get active, Bo was content to rest up, listening to the president's expression-filled rendition of Where the Wild Things Are, before hitting the South Lawn. Not one to ever say no to celebrations, Bo also joined the first lady at Walter Reed National Military Medical Center on Wednesday for an ear-ly Easter reception for military families. He's quite the busy dog, but what else would you expect from the first pup?

Ham, Egg, and Cheese Sandwich, Reinvented

OnSugar Blog — Tue, 08 May 2012 06:08:15 PDT

Not-quite-soft-boiled, not-quite-hard-boiled eggs get the special treatment in this otherworldly sandwich creation from OnSugar blog Between the Bread.

My houseboy has been on a soft-boiled egg kick lately - or maybe you'd call them gently boiled eggs, because the whites have the firmness of a hard-boiled egg, but the yolk is not quite firm, not quite runny. On sandwiches, they are a revelation.

After a recent egg-boiling session, we put together this twist on a ham, egg, and cheese sandwich. The trio of crisped prosciutto, manchego cheese, and gooey egg provided a fascinating flavor and texture combination - salty, creamy, and reminiscent of some of the best parts of French and Italian sandwich concepts.

Like a good club sandwich, the balance of firm ingredients (toast, hard cheese) with moist (egg, mustard) made it all too easy to eat. This reinvention will most definitely be repeated.

Want more? Start following Between the Bread, then get to work on your own food blog. Your gastronomic adventures could wind up featured here.

Fresh Starts: Miraval Scramble

Susannah Chen — Tue, 04 Jan 2011 16:00:28 PST

If achieving better physical or mental well-being plays any part in your intentions for the year 2011, then make sure that every day is off to the right start with a healthy, wholesome breakfast. Don't grab a sugary pastry on the go, or - worse yet - skip breakfast, a behavior that's been linked to overeating.

In a new series, we'll offer innovative ways to fuel up with a meal that's packed with protein, complex carbs, or nutrient-rich produce. Up first: a vegetable and egg white scramble that's fluffy, filling, and promises to get you through the day without hitting that wall of hunger or fatigue. My favorite way to serve it? On top of a natural low-calorie corn tortilla. Find a fresh start when you read more.

5 Cinco de Mayo Ingredients Remixed For DIY Hangover Beauty

Jessica Cruel — Thu, 03 May 2012 05:00:00 PDT

This weekend is sure to include tequila-induced debauchery as Cinco de Mayo descends once again. But don't let all your extra cocktail party ingredients go to waste. After you're done gorging on guacamole and guzzling margaritas, use your leftovers to make these DIY beauty recipes. So become a morning-after mixologist and pull a Houdini on that hangover. Find out some of the skin care perks to your common cocktail sips and snacks when you read more.