Studies have shown that eating eggs daily may improve cognitive function. More specifically, research shows that it may be the yolk, which is full of choline, lutein, and zeaxanthin, that may be beneficial to brain health. Choline in particular is a nutrient used to maintain the structure of cell membranes. It also serves as the key ingredient in the manufacture of neurotransmitters, so that brain cells can communicate.
Eggs are also high in folate. Folic acid, is important for the nervous system, affecting mood and cognitive function, especially in older people. Researchers have found that folate deficiency in older adults increases the risk of Alzheimer’s disease and dementia.
