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Some more information: Eggs contain all nine essential amino acids making them an excellent source of high quality protein. Scientists frequently use eggs as a standard for measuring the protein quality of other foods. Protein quality is expressed as biological value which measures the rate of efficiency that protein is used for growth. At 93.7% eggs score higher than any other food and are considered the gold standard for high quality protein. Eggs are an affordable protein source and can be stored in the refrigerator for up to three weeks without affecting their quality. According to Canada's Food Guide, two eggs are considered a serving from the Meat and Alternatives food group.

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Introducing the Egg

Iron, Vitamin B12, protein, choline; containing a who’s who of essential nutrients and vitamins, eggs are a valuable addition to your diet. Learn all about the nutritional benefits of eggs and why they’ve been an irreplaceable part of our meals for centuries.

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