One very important aspect of eggs is the rich source
of choline — about 113 milligrams (mg) in a single egg, nearly 25 percent of
your DRI — which is necessary for building cell wall membranes, producing the
molecules crucial for brain signaling and to make the brain chemical
acetylcholine, involved in storing memories.
It also helps prevent the buildup of homocysteine in
your blood (linked to heart disease) and reduces chronic inflammation. Choline
plays a crucial role in pregnant women, as it helps to prevent certain birth
defects, including spina bifida and,
again, is very important for the brain development of unborn babies.
According to a study published in the journal
Nutrients, only 8 percent of U.S. adults are getting enough choline and only
8.5 percent of pregnant women are consuming adequate amounts.
Researchers added, "This research illustrates
that it is extremely difficult to achieve the adequate intake for choline
without consuming eggs or taking a dietary supplement." Conversely,
symptoms associated with low choline levels include memory problems, lethargy
and brain fog. Because your body can only synthesize small amounts at a time,
you need to get it from your diet on a regular basis.
Article Source: Dr Mercola at Mercola.com
