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Whole eggs

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Is Whole eggs healthy?

Whole eggs scores 85/100 on Scout's independent analysis of ingredients, additives, and lab results — one of the stronger scores in Scout's catalog. Whole eggs are a minimally processed, single-ingredient food that provides high-quality protein and essential nutrients such as vitamins B12 and D, selenium, and choline.

How processed is Whole eggs?

Whole eggs is NOVA Group 1: Unprocessed or Minimally Processed Foods.

Which ingredients drive Whole eggs' score?

In Scout's ingredient-by-ingredient analysis, Eggs counts in its favor. The full breakdown, with why each one matters, is in the Key ingredients section on this page.

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Whole eggs

85 Excellent

Analysis updated September 2026 · How Scout scores

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At a glance

Beneficial ingredients 1
Harmful ingredients 0
Category Eggs
Summary

Whole eggs are a minimally processed, single-ingredient food that provides high-quality protein and essential nutrients such as vitamins B12 and D, selenium, and choline. The yolk contains healthy fats and antioxidants like lutein and zeaxanthin, contributing to their excellent nutritional profile. As a whole food with no additives or processing, they are rated highly for their nutritional benefits.

Key ingredients 1

Eggs
Good

Eggs are a high-quality source of protein and essential nutrients. They contain vitamins such as B12 and D, and minerals like selenium and choline. The yolk provides healthy fats and antioxidants like lutein and zeaxanthin.

Risks

Some individuals may have allergies to eggs, which can cause adverse reactions.

Benefits

Eggs are rich in protein and essential nutrients, supporting muscle health and providing important vitamins and minerals. They also contain antioxidants that support eye health.

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Processing

Group 1 · Minimally processed

Unprocessed or Minimally Processed Foods

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