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Dietitian Pick of the Month- Full Circle Omega 3 Eggs

Date: 4/3/2014 - 4/30/2014
Type: Health & Wellness

5 Reasons to eat omega eggs:

1. Each egg contains 660 mg omega-3 fatty acids, eighteen times the omega-3 found in standard eggs.

2. The high- quality protein in eggs helps you feel full and satisfied longer, important for weight management.

3. Eating eggs for breakfast reduces hunger and fewer calories are consumed at lunch and other meals throughout the day.

4. Healthy adults may enjoy one egg a day without affecting their risk of heart disease.

5. Egg yolks are an excellent source of choline, important for fetal brain development and brain function in adults.


Microwave Coffee Cup Scramble

Serves 1

All you need:

2 Full Circle 660 mg Omega-3 eggs

2 tbsp milk

Optional add-in ingredients, as desired

2 thsp stredded cheddar cheese

Salt and pepper, to taste, optional

All you do:

1. Coat 12-ounce microwave-safe coffee mug with cooking spray. Add eggs and milk; beat until blended. May add additional ingredients such as diced green or red peppers, onions, mushrooms, Canadian bacon or salsa.

2. Microwave on HIGH 45 seconds; stir. Microwave until eggs are almost set, 30-45 seconds longer. Top with cheese; season with pepper and salt as desired.