In recent years, there’s been growing interest in natural and sustainable ways to improve health and wellness.
Among these ideas, one that often circulates online is the belief that boiling eggshells can help prevent or treat disease. But how much of that is true? Let’s take a closer look at what science and nutrition actually say.
What Happens When You Boil Eggshells
Eggshells are composed of around 95% calcium carbonate, along with small amounts of protein and other trace minerals like magnesium and phosphorus. When you boil them, a few things happen: