1. Does egg white contain high levels of cholesterol?
A. True B. False
2. Are fresher eggs harder to peel?
A. True B. False
3. Studies indicate eggs help prevent:
A. Mumps B. Bone spurs C. Amblyopia
4.Which of the following is not found in eggs?
A. Folic acid; B. Dietary fiber; C. Choline;
5. What percentage of the daily recommended protein intake does one egg provide?
A. 12%; B. 22%; C. 2%
6. Do red-shelled eggs contain more omega-3 fatty acids than white-shelled eggs?
A. True B. False
7. Individuals without heart disease but concerned about cholesterol should:
A. Avoid eggs entirely due to their cholesterol content;
B. Consume eggs at every meal;
C. Eat eggs in moderation weekly while controlling fat and cholesterol intake;
8.When eggs turn green during hard-boiling, which of the following is NOT the cause:
A. Iron in the water; B. Overcooking; C. E. coli
9.Which of these egg products can be frozen?
A. Cooked eggs; B. Raw eggs in shells; C. Raw egg yolks
10. How many calories are in one egg?
A. 75; B. 25; C. 175
11. Choline in eggs is essential for the human body, aiding in:
A. Gut health;B. Brain development and memory enhancement; C. Vision
12. Eggs are rich in the following vitamins, except:
A. Vitamin A; B. Vitamin B; C. Vitamin C; D. Vitamin D; E. Vitamin E
13. The National Academy of Sciences recommends 450 mg of choline daily for pregnant women. How many eggs provide this amount?
A. 1;B. 2 eggs; C. 3 eggs; D. 4 eggs
Correct Answers
1. B. Cholesterol is found only in the yolk.
2. A. Therefore, very fresh eggs are not typically used for boiling.
3. C. Lutein and zeaxanthin found in eggs help prevent macular degeneration and reduce the risk of amblyopia.
4. B. Both soybeans and peas contain folate, while meat and poultry are rich in choline. Eggs provide both nutrients.
5. A. Each egg provides folate.
4. B. Soybeans and peas contain folate, while meat and poultry are rich in choline. Eggs provide both.
5. A. Each egg delivers 6 grams of protein and all essential amino acids needed daily.
6. B. Red-shelled eggs and white-shelled eggs have identical nutritional content.
7. C. The American Heart Association recommends limiting not only egg consumption but also baked goods made with eggs, such as cakes and tarts.
8. C. The green discoloration that appears when hard-boiling eggs is harmless and not caused by bacterial infection.
9. B. Raw egg whites can be frozen, but egg yolks cannot.
10.A. One egg contains approximately 75 calories.
11.B. Choline aids fetal brain development and memory enhancement, and is equally beneficial for adults.
12.C. Eggs do not contain vitamin C.
13.B. Each egg (including the yolk) contains 250 milligrams of choline.