You've probably heard that excessive consumption of eggs is bad for heart health - some evidence does suggest that. Most nutrition experts would agree, however, that eating eggs in moderation can be part of a healthy diet.

When focusing on weight loss specifically, there are several reasons that eggs can actually be one of the absolute best foods for those looking to shed pounds:

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1. Eggs Are Low in Calories

A serving of scrambled eggs is typically two eggs. An omelet is usually two or three eggs. Given that a large egg contains only 75-80 calories, that means you can make a scramble or small omelette for roughly 150 calories.

While you certainly might use butter or milk in the cooking process and add in veggies or meats, eggs on their own are a very low-calorie base. A three-egg omelette filled with spinach and two (chopped up) strips of bacon comes in at only 330 calories. That's an impressive figure for a highly-satisfying breakfast.

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2. Eggs Are High in Protein

Eggs are high in protein - one egg yields roughly 6 grams. Scientific research shows that eating a high-protein diet is key for weight loss. Protein helps you feel full and helps you preserve muscle.

Eggs are an especially helpful protein source for vegetarians or anyone looking to reduce their consumption of meat. Making a scramble or omelette with other high-protein foods (e.g veggies or meats) can amplify a meal's protein content even further .

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3. Eggs Are Easy to Prepare

Eggs are an incredibly easy meal to cook.  A fried egg only takes a few minutes to make and leaves you with a fast cleanup. For an even faster breakfast, hard-boil several eggs at the start of the week.

Feeling like you need to spend significant time cooking every meal can sabotage a weight loss effort. Eggs give you a great way to have a quick meal without sacrificing healthy eating.

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4. Eggs are Cheap

Eating healthier can often be more expensive. Eggs are both cheap and healthy. Depending on your location, a single egg should cost less than $.25. That's a very cost-effective way to start the day.

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5. Eggs Are the Perfect Breakfast

All of these factors combined make eggs the perfect breakfast for weight loss. Eggs are low-calorie and protein-rich, which allows you to start your day with great nutrition. Moreover, eggs are filling, which can help you make a healthier lunch choice.

Because eggs are cheap and easy to prepare, it's hard to argue that you don't have time or money for a healthy breakfast!

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