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Statement by the Egg Nutrition Center and American Egg Board on Diabetes Care study on egg consumption
February 19th, 2009
A large body of science supports the beneficial role eggs play in a healthful diet. Eggs provide high-quality protein for growth, muscle strength and energy and promote weight management. Key nutrients found in eggs have also been shown to reduce the risk of neural tube birth defects and promote eye health. An article published in the November 2008 issue of Diabetes Care that examined data collected in the Physicians' Health Study I and the Women's Health Study found an association between egg intake and increased incidence of type 2 diabetes 1. Given the large body of research supporting the health and nutritional benefits of egg consumption, this finding is unexpected. However, in light...
Source: Women's Health Weekly (2009-02-19)
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