A good grilling: Answering FAQs about our Healthy Eating Plate
The omission is more a matter of limited space, and not having the room to list all the healthful sources of protein, than it is nutritional advice. For most people, eggs are a good, healthful — if limited — source of protein. A large egg has a little over 6 grams, which is less than half the amount of protein in a cup of red kidney beans or a 3-ounce serving of salmon.
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