Health and financial Tip for expats in Costa Rica

Few people know that Friday, October 14th , is World Egg Day.

Eggs have often been demonized, but nothing could be farther from the truth.

Below are some of the nutritional and health benefits eggs provide.

Eggs provide biotin for the organism which can improve a person’s hair, skin and nails.

Eggs are also an excellent and easy source of protein and not as expensive as meat for retirees and other expats on a tight budget in Costa Rica.

They also contain vitamin E which acts as an antioxidant that protects cells and slows down aging. Additionally, vitamin E helps the immune system combat viruses, form red blood cells and increases the width of blood vessels so as to prevent clots.

The most common myth surround the consumption of eggs is that they increase cholesterol. According to most nutritionists this is incorrect. Eggs do not clog the arteries and are metabolized well.

Eggs are a versatile food in that they can be prepared a variety of ways. However, they should not be eaten raw because of the risk of contracting salmonella.

Some people prefer to refrigerate eggs which is the best way to keep them. However, the should be kept in a separate compartment so as to not expose them to other foods in the refrigerator because they are porous.

Finally, some people prefer to keep eggs at room temperature which is OK but they will not last as long or stay fresh as refrigerating them. I would like to add that a lot of retired expats and other foreigners freak out when they see unrefrigerated eggs in Costa Rican supermarkets and at the open air markets.