No eggs? No problem!

Learn how to prepare a delicious breakfast and replace eggs in cooking, baking, etc.

The egg crisis might have you worried, but don't fret! A plant-based diet offers a delightful array of alternatives that are not only healthy but also humane. If the skyrocketing prices of eggs aren't reason enough to consider reducing or eliminating your egg consumption, maybe learning about the associated health risks will make you reconsider.

According to the Physicians Committee for Responsible Medicine, eggs typically contain about 200 mg of cholesterol—more than a Big Mac burger! This high cholesterol level can elevate your risk of heart diseases. Moreover, a study published in the British Journal of Nutrition reported that eating an egg a day increased the risk of diabetes by 60%. As if that wasn't enough, analyses of some 55 studies involving more than 2.7 million people found that consuming each additional egg per day raised the risk of dying from prostate, ovarian, breast, and colon cancer.

Incorporating vegan alternatives not only liberates millions of hens from inhumane conditions but also enhances your meals. Here are some easy and nutritious replacements:

• Binding Agent: Use soaked oats, tomato paste, or bread crumbs to bind burgers and patties.

• Baking Substitute: For each egg, use a tablespoon of flaxseed and three tablespoons of water, or substitute with fruit puree like banana, papaya, or mango.

• Egg Wash Alternative: Brush your pastries with a bit of vegetable oil.

• For Breading Vegetables: Use tempura flour for a crispy, golden finish.

• Smoothie Boost: Mix equal parts rice and wheat flour with your favorite plant milk.

• Vegan Omelets & Scrambles: Make omelets with chickpea flour and water; for scrambled textures, use soft tofu sprinkled with turmeric and black salt for color and flavor.

With these options, you're sure to find some that satisfy your taste buds and your wallet!