Broadcaster Choi Hee (38) suggested boiled eggs as a good breakfast option for dieters.

 

On July 30th, the YouTube channel 'Choi Hee Log CHOI-HEE-LOG' posted a video titled '24 Years of Vertical Improvement in Quality of Life: Best Items of the First Half of the Year Collection.' In this video, Choi Hee introduced a steamed egg cooker as an essential item for dieters. He said, "I use it daily at home," and "I eat boiled eggs in the morning for diet management."

 

He also said, "Highly recommended for those on a diet. It's good for those who want to supplement protein and follow a meal plan." Earlier, Choi Hee announced that she had lost 19kg over 10 months after giving birth, and she revealed that her breakfast diet includes not only eggs but also rye bread with olive oil.

Eggs are actually effective for dieting. They have low calories and high protein content, which helps with muscle growth. According to a study by a research team at the University of Castilla-La Mancha in Spain, people who consumed more eggs weekly had a lower body mass index. The protein content per 100g of eggs is 13g, which also contributes to a greater sense of fullness and helps suppress appetite.

 

In particular, the yolk contains a water-soluble vitamin called 'choline,' which promotes the secretion of acetylcholine, a neurotransmitter in the brain. Acetylcholine enhances memory and muscle control abilities. The National Strength and Conditioning Association (NSCA) in the United States recommends a daily protein intake of 0.8 grams per kilogram of body weight. For adult women, eating just two eggs can fulfill 20% of the daily recommended protein intake.

 

To consume eggs healthily, it is best to cook them in any form before eating. Consuming raw eggs can cause the protein component of the egg white, avidin, to bind with biotin in the intestines, hindering biotin absorption. Biotin, which is involved in carbohydrate and fat metabolism and the secretion of male hormones, can lead to hair loss if deficient. Cooking eggs prevents avidin from becoming active, allowing for better biotin absorption. Raw eggs contain substances that inhibit the action of trypsin, an enzyme that breaks down proteins, which can negatively affect protein absorption and muscle formation in the body.

 

Meanwhile, Choi Hee mentioned rye bread and olive oil from her morning diet as her weight loss secrets. Rye bread has a lower glycemic index compared to other breads. Rye is also rich in dietary fiber, which provides a feeling of fullness with a small amount and is low in calories, making it effective for weight management. Olive oil is also rich in unsaturated fatty acids.

 

Unsaturated fats reduce harmful triglyceride levels in the body. They also lower blood cholesterol levels and have an anti-inflammatory effect. The polyphenols found in olive oil also have anti-inflammatory effects. Polyphenols are antioxidants that protect cells from damage caused by reactive oxygen species.