✅ Yes, toddlers can eat eggs every day
Eggs are a powerhouse for growing children. They are packed with:
- High-quality protein – supports growth and muscle development
- Healthy fats – important for brain development
- Vitamins & minerals – like vitamin A, D, B12, iron, and zinc
- Choline – essential for brain and memory development
For toddlers (1–3 years), the recommended protein intake is about 13 grams per day, and one egg provides around 6 grams—that’s almost half their daily need.
How many eggs per day?
- 1 egg per day is safe and healthy for most toddlers.
- If your toddler loves eggs, you can offer up to 1–2 eggs a day, as long as their diet also includes other protein sources (dal, milk, curd, paneer, fish, chicken, beans, etc.).
- The American Academy of Pediatrics (AAP) supports including eggs regularly in toddler diets, even daily.
Things to Keep in Mind
Cook eggs well – Always serve fully cooked eggs (boiled, scrambled, omelette). Avoid runny yolks to reduce salmonella risk.
Watch for allergies – If your child has never had eggs, introduce small amounts first and monitor for reactions (rash, vomiting, breathing issues).
Balanced diet matters – eggs are great, but don’t let them replace all other proteins and vegetables. Variety is key.
Cholesterol concerns? – For healthy toddlers, dietary cholesterol from eggs isn’t usually a problem. The bigger issue comes from too much fried or junk food, not from eggs.
Easy egg Ideas for Toddlers
- Mashed boiled egg with rice/khichdi
- Scrambled egg with soft chapati pieces
- Egg dosa (spread beaten egg over dosa)
- Vegetable omelette cut into strips
- Egg curry (mildly spiced, yolk mashed if needed)
Bottom line: Yes, your toddler can safely eat an egg every day. Just make sure it’s cooked well, balanced with other foods, and introduced carefully if allergies are a concern.
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