Art of Diet

Health Benefits of Quail eggs

Ms H

Quail eggs are the eggs laid by various mid-sized species of quail, which are in the order Galliformes. (heavy-bodied ground-feeding birds)

Nutritional value of quail eggs: they contain high level of protein and cholesterol mostly HDL (good), moderate amount of saturated fat 3.6g/100g, minerals: potassium, sodium, calcium, iron and magnesium and vitamins: vitamin A, vitamin D, vitamin B12 and vitamin B6.

They have a higher yolk-to-white ratio than normal eggs, which can make them potentially dangerous for people with elevated cholesterol, but generally, quail eggs are considered very healthy.

·      Improve Vision:

They contain high level of vitamin A, which helps to protect our eye health and as an antioxidant can prevent the development of cataracts.

·      Encourage growth/repair:

They provide solid boost of proteins to the diet.

·      Reduce blood pressure:

They contain more potassium than the normal chicken eggs, which has its blood pressure-reducing ability.

·      Balance cholesterol:

The fatty acids, HDL (good cholesterol) makes up more than 60% of the fat, found in quail eggs are beneficial to heart. However, for people with pre-existing cholesterol problems, adding large quantities of these eggs to your diet might not be the best choice.

·      Increase metabolism:

The range of vitamin B- s boost metabolic activities.

·      Increase energy levels:

This high-protein, nutrient-dense breakfast surges energy and mood.

·      Prevent chronic disease:

Quail eggs possess significant level of vitamin A, which has its antioxidant effect neutralising free radicals.

·      Ease allergies:

If you are suffering from inflammation or other symptoms of allergic reactions, quail eggs can get your body back to normal.

·      Cleanse the body:

Quail eggs in your diet can help eliminate toxins from blood stream and in addition to it can reduce the size of bladder and kidney stones.

Do not forget that the quail eggs contain moderate amount of saturated fat, so any consumption should be made in moderation.