human nutrition
Egg protein in the evening for improved sleep during peri-menopause
Insomnia affects 40-60% of women approaching menopause resulting in sleep deficits in 50% of those affected. Sleep deficit is associated with increased anxiety, metabolic disease, and dysregulated appetite. Eggs contain nutrients that may improve sleep, but it wasn't known if eating eggs as an evening snack improves sleep outcomes.
Gut Decisions: Effect of eggs on microbiome and cognition
Research by the University of Melbourne, commissioned by Australian Eggs, investigated the effects of regular egg consumption on human gut health and cognitive function, with a focus on how eggs may affect the link between our digestive system and our brain known as the “gut-brain axis”.
Eggs to improve choline intakes in young Australian children
Recent study has shown that Choline, readily available in eggs, is an essential nutrient required during pregnancy and the first two years of life. Insufficient choline intake during pregnancy and early life are associated with a lower IQ in the child.
Eggs to improve Choline intake in pregnancy
If women consumed the equivalent of one extra egg a day, the percentage of women with adequate choline intakes would increase from 39% to 80%.
Want to see what an egg farm looks like? Take this interactive 360 degree tour to see how eggs are produced in Australia.
