Just in time for Easter, it’s our next Abs Diet Powerfood – eggs! A lot of people avoid eggs due to concerns about cholesterol, but it’s worth considering them for their muscle-building and fat-burning properties. In fact, eggs are actually very low in saturated and trans fats. In a study cited by Precision Nutrition, eggs were even “shown to enhance weight loss when used with a calorie restricted diet — meaning that people who both reduced their calories and ate 2 eggs a day lost more weight (65% more weight loss & 16% more body fat lost) than people who just reduced calories.” Hop over to Precision Nutrition for the lowdown on eggs and cholesterol.

Of course, like anything, don’t overdo it. Eat no more than one or two eggs at a time or stick to egg whites or Egg Beaters for a quick and easy source of protein for breakfast, lunch, or dinner. Eating Well has a great collection of healthy egg recipes, and there’s always my favorite standby for a light yet powerful breakfast: one boiled egg, sliced and served atop one slice of WASA whole grain crisp bread with a slice of tomato. Serve it with a cup of fresh fruits and berries, a small handful of mixed unsalted nuts, and a cup of green tea, and you’ll be Living Life Loud!

• For more information on the Abs Diet, visit Women’s Health.

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