Health Beat: Eggs: A source of protein

Tuesday, May 22, 2012

Eggs are a good source of protein. Proteins are part of every cell, tissue and organ in our bodies. These body proteins are constantly being broken down and replaced. The protein in the foods we eat is digested into amino acids that are later used to replace these proteins in our bodies.

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