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211. Another Thing the New Food Pyramid Got Wrong
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- Simple Doesn't Mean Easy
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- Feb 23, 2026
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- 2195
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Summary
In this episode of Simple Doesn’t Mean Easy, Michelle breaks down why eggs may be the most underrated high-quality protein available today. With 97% digestibility and all nine essential amino acids, eggs provide complete protein in one simple, affordable food. But the real surprise? Eggs are one of the most bioavailable sources of lutein — a powerful carotenoid that protects eye health, filters blue light, and helps reduce age-related macular degeneration. Michelle also compares free-range eggs to conventional store-bought eggs, explaining differences in omega-3 fatty acids, antioxidants, vitamin E, and yolk color. She shares personal experience raising backyard chickens in New England, discusses preserving eggs through freeze drying, and ends with a simple, family-favorite egg soufflé recipe. If you want to prioritize high-quality protein the simple way — this episode is for you. This episode's sponsors: The BEST cold brew system: https://soulyrested.com/trueleaf/ Find some of my all-time favorite ancient grains here... https://soulyrested.com/wholegrain And https://soulyrested.com/teas/ The study mentioned: https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/16988120/#:~:text=Abstract,the%20yolk%20of%20chicken%20eggs . Grab my Pantry Checklist (loaded with discounts on my favorite ingredients) for free right here: https://soulyrested.com/pantry/ Go here to get special offers for podcast listeners in your inbox: https://soulyrested.com/podcast/ FREE resources: Learn how to use fresh milled flour: https://graceful-base-213.myflodesk.com/k36hnsvbh7 Learn about kombucha (and grab some of my favorite recipes): https://graceful-base-213.myflodesk.com/b91bdd18-3581-414f-b145-8acd2e508a52 Learn about dehydrating food: https://graceful-base-213.myflodesk.com/fl36xcgpvq Learn about baking with ma…