Eggs and Cancer: Debunking Viral Rumors, Experts Confirm Safety and Nutrition

• Viral social media rumors linked egg consumption to cancer, causing public concern.
• Dr. Meena Kumari, Chief Dietitian at Sarvodaya Hospital, Faridabad, clarified that eggs are a safe, inexpensive, and nutrient-rich food.
• Eggs provide high-quality protein, vitamins (A, D, E, B12), Selenium, and choline for muscle building, immunity, and brain function.
• The chemical AOZ, a residue of banned antibiotic Nitrofurans, is unlikely to be in eggs as its use is prohibited in India, EU, and US.
• FSSAI confirms only rare, accidental, minute traces of AOZ, not enough to cause cancer; healthy individuals can eat 1-2 eggs daily.

Why It Matters: Eggs are safe, nutritious, and do not cause cancer; dismiss social media rumors and enjoy their health benefits.