Choline, richly abundant in eggs, is one of the hot new nutrients that’s been recommended as crucial to human health – playing a critical role in the development of the brain, especially the memory centre.
Studies show that during pregnancy and lactation, maternal reserves of choline are depleted. (1)
Lack of choline in a mother’s diet during pregnancy and lactation can have life-long affects on their child. Experts recommend that pregnant and lactating women increase their egg intake to ensure optimal dietary choline intake.
Eggs truly are one of nature’s original health foods.
(1) Zeisel SH. Choline: Needed for normal development of memory. J Am Coll Nutr 2000; 19:528S-531S
