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Eggs would have to be one of the tastiest and cheapest foods around and, yet, there's a nasty rumour about eggs that just won't go away. You've probably heard that eggs give you high cholesterol. But is it true? Let's unscramble the facts.

According to nutritionist Janella Purcell, yes, eggs do have cholesterol in them. But it's the good stuff, the cholesterol our body needs so every single cell can work. The bad cholesterol which isn't good for us is found in food such as fatty meats, fried foods and junk food — the stuff we need to stay clear of. So there's nothing bad about eggs, which is great news for googy lovers.

Instead, whenever you consume eggs, you're actually cracking into a world full of goodness. Eggs are rather like a big vitamin pill — packed with iron, and vitamins A, B, E and D, to name a few. And if you can't manage to get the kids to eat eggs, try making something like an easy, sweet homemade custard. It's as simple as adding eggs, raw sugar, vanilla and water. And voila, there you have a simple, healthy dessert that's good for you and your family.

The great thing about eggs is that they are versatile and can be eaten scrambled, poached, boiled or however you like them. It's best to aim to eat them about three times a week to get the benefits. In fact, the best time to eat eggs is in the morning as they are packed with protein, which will help keep your brain alert all day. Plus, protein can lessen sugar cravings, which is great for aiding weight loss.

Ducky

Eggplant..what a lot of great info. I was sure that I had previously heard this view on the subject. I wonder why there seems to be such confusion? Thanks very much for all your research.