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Nutritional Information

Nutritional Information

The information and resources contained on this page have been developed for Australian healthcare professionals, who are involved in discussions about dietary advice and nutrition, including eggs, with their patients or customers.

All information included on this page is based on the results of published clinical and scientific studies on eggs and nutrition, both from Australia and around the world, and has been reviewed by Accredited Practising Dietitians.

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    Eggs and Vitamin D

    Almost a quarter (23%) of Australian adults have a mild or moderate vitamin D deficiency. 1 In the cooler months, these deficiency rates rise to as high as 49% in some parts of Australia.

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    Eggs, Cholesterol and Heart Health

    In the past, some dietary experts did recommend limiting dietary cholesterol and egg intake, but this was based on studies with dietary cholesterol intakes well about what’s found in an egg.

  • Eggs and Protein

    Eggs and Protein

    Eggs provide excellent quality protein, providing all the essential amino acids in a highly digestible form. 1 One serve of eggs* contains 12.

  • Eggs and Diabetes

    Eggs and Diabetes

    The 2011-2012 Australian Health Survey reported 5. 1% of adult Australians have diabetes and a further 3. 1% are at high risk of developing diabetes1. The survey also found that for every 4 cases of diagnosed diabetes there was one case that goes undiagnosed.

  • Eggs and Obesity

    Eggs and Obesity

    According to the 2017-18 National Health Survey, 67% of Australian adults are overweight or obese. 1 This is up from 63% three years earlier and 56% in 1995.

  • Eggs and Fat

    Eggs and Fat

    Eggs contain an average of 10. 3 grams of total fat per serve * making them a moderate source of dietary fat. The majority of the fat in eggs is unsaturated with 3. 4 grams being saturated fat, 5. 3 grams of monounsaturated fat and 1.

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    Choline: The Forgotten Nutrient in Eggs

    Eggs are one of the highest food sources of choline. 1 This essential and mostly unknown micronutrient is vital for health and wellness across all life stages.

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    Eggs and Allergies

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    Prevalence of Egg Allergy in Australia 
    Symptoms of Egg Allergy
    Allergens in Egg
    Egg Allergy in At-Risk Children
    Oral Immunotherapy (OIT)
    Baked Egg and Tolerance
    Clinical Threshold for Reactions to Egg with Individuals with Egg Allergy
    Avoidance of Allergens During Pregnancy and Breastfeeding
    Introducing Allergenic Solid Foods Including Eggs into the Infant's Diet
    Infant Feeding Advice for…

  • Eggs as a Meat Alternative

    Eggs as a Meat Alternative

    Plant-based diets, both vegan and vegetarian, are rising in popularity in Australia. Data from 2018 shows 2. 5 million Australians (12. 1% of the population) are now eating all or almost all vegetarian. This has risen steadily from 1. 7 million and 2.

  • Eggs and Older Adults

    Eggs and Older Adults

    Nutrition plays a significant role in maintaining the health of older adults. Ensuring adequate dietary intake can help enhance quality of life, reduce chronic disease risk and increase longevity.

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    Eggs in Children and Adolescents

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    Children (1-12 years)
    Teenagers
    Eggs, Children and Teenagers
    Conclusion
    Social Media Resources
    FAQs
    Children (1-12 years) Good nutrition throughout childhood is essential to fuel the growth and development occurring at this time.

  • Eggs and Pregnancy

    Eggs and Pregnancy

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    Nutrition Before Pregnancy
    Nutrition During Pregnancy
    Energy Intake (kilojoules/calories)
    Additional Nutritional Requirements During Pregnancy
    Key Nutrients in Eggs and Their Role in Pregnancy
    Eggs and Food Safety
    Conclusions
    Useful Resources
    FAQs
    Nutrition Before Pregnancy Good nutrition is not only essential during pregnancy, but a growing body of research is confirming the important role diet also plays in fertility and conception.…

  • Eggs and eye health

    Eggs and Eye Health

    In 2017-18, 55% of Australians reported having at least one long-term vision disorder. 1 Age-related eye disorders have been reported as the leading causes of vision impairment and blindness in Australia.

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