and the individual’s health.
A small food with valuable nutrients
One large hard-boiled egg, weighing approximately 50 grams, provides around 78 calories and 6.3 grams of protein. It also contains approximately 5.3 grams of fat, vitamin B12, selenium, phosphorus, and other nutrients.
Protein is especially important because the body uses it to maintain and repair muscles, produce enzymes, support immune function, and build various tissues.
For older adults, getting enough protein can be particularly important. Muscle mass naturally tends to decline with age, especially when physical activity decreases
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