Wanna be a SUPER HERO? Eat Eggs to protect your brain. Next Part 7. You’ll grow stronger nails.

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Beyond easily upping your daily protein count—each 85-calorie egg packs a solid 7 grams of the muscle-builder—eggs also improve your health. They’re loaded with amino acids, antioxidants, and healthy fats. Don’t just reach for the whites, though; the yolks boast a fat-fighting nutrient called choline, so opting for whole eggs can actually help you trim down.

When you’re shopping for eggs, pay attention to the labels. You should opt for organic, when possible. These are certified by the USDA and are free from antibiotics, vaccines and hormones. As for color, that’s your call. The difference in color just varies based on the type of chicken—they both have the same nutritional value, says Molly Morgan, RD, CDN, CSSD a board-certified sports specialist dietitian based in upstate New York.

Below, we’ve rounded up the 17 incredible benefits of eating eggs every day. And speaking of foods you should eat every day, consider adding some of these The 100 Healthiest Foods on the Planet to your shopping list, as well.

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