Eggs are packed with proteins and are rich source of iron. Although it is popularly believed that eggs are increase the cholesterol levels, the effect of it on cholesterol depends in the form it is eaten. According to experts boiled are said to better than fried eggs as fried eggs are said to be high in their fat content. Scroll over as we explore why boiled eggs are better than fried eggs: .
The eggs get boiled in about 14 minutes to get fully boiled and there is no oil or butter used in preparation. The hard boiled eggs can be eaten with a dash of salt and pepper. Fried eggs on the other hand are cooked by cracking the eggs in oil or butter which increases the fat content.
In terms of protein a boiled egg has 6.8 grams of proteins and 5.3 grams of fats and 1.6 gram of saturated fats. However the fat content in fried egg is much higher. A fried will give you 6.8 grams of fats with 2 grams of saturated fats. .
A boiled gives you 15% of daily requirement riboflavin, 10% daily requirement of vitamin B12 & vitamin D. Vitamin B12 is vital for our nervous system and vitamin D helps to absorb calcium. In comparison to boiled eggs, fried eggs have lesser amounts of these essential vitamins.
Fried eggs provide 10% of daily requirement of phosphorus.
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