While we know that eggs pack a nutritional punch with their protein and brain-boosting choline, it turns out that the discarded shells are a treasure trove of valuable nutrients.
From reducing your risk of osteoporosis to supporting cardiovascular health and even boosting dental hygiene, eggshells could be nature’s well-kept secret to overall wellness.
Just Half an Eggshell Delivers Your Daily Calcium Needs
The hard outer layer of an eggshell, made up of 94 percent calcium carbonate combined with protein and other minerals such as magnesium, is a nutrient powerhouse.
George Citroner
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George Citroner reports on health and medicine, covering topics that include cancer, infectious diseases, and neurodegenerative conditions. He was awarded the Media Orthopaedic Reporting Excellence (MORE) award in 2020 for a story on osteoporosis risk in men.
