Eggs are definitely one of the most popular choices for a good breakfast. However, they also got a lot of hate for their high cholesterol levels. There’s a long debate about how healthy eggs are or they’re actually dangerous to our health.

While a lot of people are still convinced that eggs are one of the healthiest options out there, others are scared to add them to their diet. But before you totally scratch off eggs from your grocery list, here are the nine benefits of eating a couple of eggs a day.

1. Reduces risk of cancer

National President, Poultry Association of Nigeria (PAN), Mr. Onallo Akpa said:”Eggs may prevent breast cancer, as women who consume at least six eggs per week reduce their risk of breast cancer by 44 percent according to scientific study.”