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An important component of egg white is lysozyme, an enzyme with an antibacterial action. Lysozyme is used to produce and preserve fermented foods such as aged cheese. Enzymes are proteins that play a fundamental role in carrying out numerous functions. They specialize in ‘speeding up’ all the chemical reactions within the body DID YOU KNOW THAT… Eggs are placed on the medium-high levels of the Mediterranean food pyramid because they belong to the food category to be eaten a “few times a week” like fish, meats and cheese. We recommend eating 2 to 4 eggs per week even if they may already be present in the processed foods we buy. HOW OFTEN SHOULD WE EAT EGGS? EGGS: A SPECIAL FOOD LET’S LEARN TO EAT WELL 63