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As a Registered Dietitian, I talk about food and eating all the time, even when I’m not officially “working.” At parties, the beach and networking events… somehow it always comes up. And no matter where I am, I hear the same three concerns over and over again.
Here’s the good news: eating well doesn’t have to be complicated, expensive or time-consuming. And eggs? They can be part of the solution every single time.
Myth #1: Eating well is complicated
Eating well is only complicated if we make it complicated. There is so much nutrition noise out there telling us we need the latest supplements, superfoods, high protein everything or perfectly balanced organic meals to be healthy. The truth is that most people already have a pretty good sense of how to feed themselves well.
In fact, keeping things simple is the key to a sustainable, healthy way of eating. Start with basic pantry staples like eggs, beans, pasta, tortillas, canned tomatoes, frozen vegetables and cheese. From there, you can build endless meals without overthinking it.
A great example is our Anytime Cheese and Egg Quesadillas. They’re quick, flexible and satisfying. Perfect for breakfast, lunch or dinner. Eggs add plenty of high-quality protein to this meal.
Eggs are considered one of the most nutrient dense foods on the planet. They are one of the best sources of choline, an essential nutrient for brain health. They contain vitamin B12 to maintain energy and vitamin D for building strong bones, and so much more. Who needs supplements when you have eggs!
Myth #2: Eating well is expensive
Many of us have been led to believe that eating well requires expensive specialty products, but that’s simply not true. Some of the most affordable foods at the grocery store are also very nutritious like eggs, oats, frozen fruits and vegetables and dried lentils.
When shopping, start in your home first. Base your meals around what you already have and what needs to be used up. This will help reduce food waste and save you money.
When you get to the store, focus on the basics and what’s on sale, and don’t overlook frozen foods. They’re nutritious and budget-friendly. Plan a few meals around affordable staples. Eggs are a great example of a low-cost, nutrient dense food that works in everything from simple breakfasts to hearty dinners.
When you focus on making delicious meals from affordable ingredients, you’ll meet your nutrition needs without blowing your grocery budget.
Myth #3: Eating well takes too much time
Yes, cooking takes time, but it doesn’t need to take hours. You don’t have to make elaborate meals to eat well.
Look for easy recipes that can be batch-cooked and frozen and keep quick options on hand for your busiest days. Eggs are one of the best foods for this. Scrambled, fried, baked into egg bites or simmered in a quick shakshuka, they’re ready in minutes and work any time of day.
In my home, we also try to get everyone involved. When partners, housemates or kids help out, even with simple tasks like chopping vegetables, fetching ingredients or setting the table, it saves time and makes cooking more fun. Many hands really do make light work.
Eating well doesn’t have to be perfect. It just needs to be practical, and eggs help make that possible.
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Janine LaForte, RD