Who Needs Eggs!?!

Not I. Not you. Not anyone. I haven’t had an egg for 14 years! According to the Physicians Committee, humans do not need to consume eggs of any kind to thrive. In fact, in addition to the very real concerns about the spread of bird flu, eggs are detrimental to human health. A recent JAMA study found that the more eggs participants ate, the higher their risk of cardiovascular disease, stroke and heart failure.

John McDougall, M.D., citing a number of high quality studies, lists some of the health consequences of excessive egg consumption to include osteoporosis, Alzheimer’s and depression plus cancers of the breast, prostate, colon, lung and brain.

But aren’t eggs a source of protein? Yes, all animal products deliver the kind of protein that stimulates rampant cell growth and disease. Protein from plants keeps rampant growth in check while supplying essential nutrients.

So what’s an egg lover to do? Creative cooks and plant-based nutritionists show us how simple, accessible ingredients can easily replace eggs resulting in delicious healthful dishes. For instance tofu scrambled with onions, peppers or mushrooms and a little turmeric for color can replace scrambled eggs. Or boiled baby potatoes stuffed with hummus are a tasty hard boiled treat.

Can I bake with egg substitutes? You bet! You may be surprised to learn that you already have a variety of egg replacements in your kitchen—mashed bananas, apple sauce, tofu, flax meal mixed with water, to name only a few. These ingredients can be used in cooking and baking. So there’s no need to worry about egg scarcity or the price of eggs. Just go into the kitchen, roll up your sleeves and see for yourself the amazing dishes you can whip up. You won’t even miss eggs or their health risks.