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The eggs eaten every morning are an excellent source of protein. However, a study has shown that they may also serve as a tool to protect brain health in women over 55.

According to a study published in "Nutrients," elderly women who eat eggs weekly may experience fewer instances of memory loss or decline in brain function.

Researchers at the University of California, San Diego campus in California tracked egg consumption from 1988 to 1991 among 890 adults aged 55 and older participating in the Rancho Bernardo study, a long-term health study conducted in California. Participants underwent a series of cognitive tests during that period and were tested once more between 1992 and 1996. The tests measured overall cognition, executive function, and semantic memory.

Research results showed that among women, those who ate more eggs weekly experienced less decline in language ability and executive function tests, specifically category fluency, over four years. Specifically, women who ate five or more eggs per week had a 0.5-point smaller decrease in category fluency scores over four years compared to women who did not eat eggs at all.

Overall, the most ideal number for elderly women appears to be five eggs per week. In other words, eating one egg a day can prevent cognitive decline. The researchers explained, "Despite the high cholesterol content in eggs, there is no harmful effect, and it may play a role in maintaining cognitive function over time."

Dr. Donna Kritz-Silverstein, the lead author of the study, said, "Eggs are rich in nutrients such as choline, lutein, and zeaxanthin, which have been associated with better brain health in previous studies," and "The high-quality protein in eggs may also help preserve neural structure and function."

He also added, "Eggs contain dietary cholesterol unlike meat, but their harmful saturated fat levels are relatively low. This can provide cognitive benefits without the potential drawbacks associated with high-cholesterol foods."

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I ate rolled omelette for lunch.

I think boiled eggs are better for your health than that.

For some reason, deep-frying in oil feels the same.

You can eat eggs

Take two each day.