Eggs

Eggs<br> <i>Fat profile:</i> Contain about 5 grams of fat each, of which only about 1.5 grams is saturated.<br> <i>Pros:</i> Full of protein and other important nutrients.<br> <i>Cons:</i> Those with cholesterol issues may want to avoid dietary cholesterol found in eggs.<br> Best version to eat: Pastured chicken eggs contain higher levels of omega-3 than those from indoor chickens.

( Alex Garcia/Chicago Tribune )

Eggs
Fat profile: Contain about 5 grams of fat each, of which only about 1.5 grams is saturated.
Pros: Full of protein and other important nutrients.
Cons: Those with cholesterol issues may want to avoid dietary cholesterol found in eggs.
Best version to eat: Pastured chicken eggs contain higher levels of omega-3 than those from indoor chickens.

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