AI Roundtable Poll · 9 models
whats the best way to eat egg for proten , like boiled omlete etc
Result: Unanimous — boiled (9/9 votes)
Options
- boiled (9 votes)
- omlete (0 votes)
- pached (0 votes)
- raw (0 votes)
- other (0 votes)
Model Responses
Claude Haiku 4.5
Vote: boiled
Boiled eggs are the best way to eat eggs for protein because they offer maximum nutritional benefit with minimal additions. Boiling preserves all the protein content (about 6-7g per egg) without requiring added fats like oil or butter needed for omelets. Boiled eggs are also easily digestible, require no preparation skills, and the protein is readily available for absorption. While omelets are also good protein sources, they typically involve added oils or butter that increase calories unnecessarily. Poached eggs are similar to boiled but slightly less convenient. Raw eggs carry food safety risks like salmonella exposure. For pure protein efficiency and health, boiled is the optimal choice.
GPT-5.5
Vote: boiled
I vote for "boiled" because cooked eggs provide highly bioavailable protein, and boiling keeps the egg simple without adding oil, butter, or extra calories. "omlete" can also be good for protein, but it often includes added fat depending on how it is cooked. "raw" is not recommended because protein absorption is lower and there is a higher food-safety risk.
Sonar Pro
Vote: boiled
For protein specifically, all fully cooked eggs (boiled, omelet, poached, fried) give you essentially the same amount and quality of protein: about 6 grams per large egg, with all 9 essential amino acids. Cooking does not significantly reduce the protein content. The main differences are safety and overall healthiness: - "raw" eggs (option D) are **not** ideal: protein is less digestible when raw, avidin in raw white can bind biotin (a B vitamin), and there’s a higher risk of foodborne illness. - Boiled and poached eggs (options A and C) are cooked gently and without added fat, so they keep nutrients well and avoid extra calories or heavily oxidized fats. - An "omlete" (option B) can be perfectly healthy, but its overall effect depends a lot on how you cook it and what you add (cheese, butter, processed meats can make it less heart‑healthy). Among the listed options, "boiled" (A) is the best simple, reliable choice if your goal is high‑quality protein in the healthiest, easiest way: fully cooked white (great digestibility, anti‑nutrients deactivated) and safe yolk, no extra fat or calories added. Poached (C) is equally good from a protein standpoint, but boiled is more practical and consistent for most people. If you want to optimize beyond these options, the ideal from current evidence is: well‑cooked white with a still‑soft or runny yolk (e.g., soft‑boiled or gently fried/poached), because that maximizes protein digestibility while preserving heat‑sensitive nutrients in the yolk. But given the choices, A: "boiled" is the best answer.
Claude Opus 4.7
Vote: boiled
Boiled eggs (especially hard-boiled) are the best option for maximizing protein intake. Cooking eggs denatures the protein, making it significantly more bioavailable — studies show cooked eggs deliver about 90%+ protein absorption vs only ~50% for raw eggs. Boiling is preferable to omelette because it requires no oil or butter, keeping the calorie-to-protein ratio optimal and preserving the egg's nutrients without oxidation of fats. It's also the simplest, cleanest preparation with consistent results. Poached is similar in benefits but boiled is easier and more practical for meal prep. Raw is the worst due to poor absorption and salmonella risk.
Claude Opus 4.5
Vote: boiled
Boiled eggs are the best way to eat eggs for protein absorption and retention for several reasons: 1. **Highest protein bioavailability**: Studies show that cooked eggs have about 91% protein digestibility compared to only about 50% for raw eggs. The cooking process denatures the proteins, making them easier for your body to break down and absorb. 2. **No added fats**: Unlike omelettes which typically require oil or butter for cooking, boiled eggs don't need any added fats. This means you get pure protein without extra calories from cooking oils. 3. **Preserves nutrients**: Boiling is a gentle cooking method that preserves most of the egg's nutrients, including the complete amino acid profile that makes eggs such an excellent protein source. 4. **Convenience and consistency**: Boiled eggs are easy to prepare in batches, store well, and provide consistent protein content every time - approximately 6-7 grams of complete protein per large egg. 5. **Safety**: Unlike raw eggs (option D), boiled eggs eliminate the risk of Salmonella and also don't contain avidin (a protein in raw egg whites that blocks biotin absorption). While omelettes and poached eggs are also good options, the addition of cooking fats in omelettes and the similar but slightly more complex preparation of poached eggs make boiled the optimal choice for pure protein intake.
Gemini 3.1 Pro
Vote: boiled
Cooking eggs increases the bioavailability of their protein from about 50% to over 90%, making raw eggs a poor choice for protein absorption. Among the cooked options, a "boiled" egg is arguably the best for protein intake. Because it cooks entirely inside its shell, you don't lose any of the egg white (which contains most of the protein) to the cooking water or pan. Additionally, boiling doesn't require added butters or oils like an "omlete" does. This gives you a highly digestible, pure source of protein with an optimal protein-to-calorie ratio, making it ideal for fitness and dietary goals.
Kimi K2.6
Vote: boiled
Cooking eggs dramatically improves protein digestibility and bioavailability compared to eating them raw. Studies show cooked egg protein is absorbed at roughly 90%, whereas raw egg protein drops to about 50% due to denaturation resistance and the presence of avidin. Among cooked options, boiled eggs are the cleanest choice. They require no added butter, oil, or salt, so you get the full protein content without unnecessary extra calories or potential oxidation from high-heat pan cooking. While omelets and poached eggs are still cooked and therefore good sources, omelets typically involve added fats that can increase caloric density without adding protein. Poached is similar to boiled but less convenient to prepare in bulk. Boiled eggs are practical, portable, and deliver consistent protein intake, making them the best option here. Raw eggs are the worst choice because they offer lower net protein absorption and carry a biotin-binding risk from avidin.
Claude Opus 4.6
Vote: boiled
Boiled eggs are generally considered the best way to eat eggs for protein for several reasons: 1. **Maximum protein retention**: Boiling eggs preserves virtually all of the protein content (~6-7g per large egg) without any loss from added cooking fats or high-heat degradation. 2. **No added fats or calories**: Unlike an omelet, which typically requires butter or oil, boiled eggs are cooked in water alone, giving you pure protein without extra calories from fat. 3. **Better bioavailability than raw**: Cooked eggs have a protein digestibility of about 91-94%, compared to only about 51-65% for raw eggs. This is because cooking denatures the proteins, making them easier for the body to break down and absorb. Raw eggs also contain avidin, which blocks biotin absorption. 4. **Convenience and consistency**: Boiled eggs are easy to prepare in bulk, portable, and provide consistent macros every time — making them ideal for meal prep. 5. **Safer than raw**: Raw eggs carry a risk of Salmonella contamination, making them less advisable despite being a popular choice among some fitness enthusiasts. While poached eggs are also excellent (similar benefits to boiled), boiled eggs edge ahead due to their simplicity and convenience for high-protein diets.
Grok 4.3
Vote: boiled
Boiled eggs deliver complete protein with zero added fats or oils, maximizing protein per calorie. Omelettes and other cooked versions usually include butter or oil that reduces the overall protein density. Raw eggs carry food safety risks and slightly lower protein absorption.
Final Summary
The AI Roundtable achieved a rare moment of absolute consensus, with every model selecting boiled eggs as the definitive champion for protein intake. Led by voices like Claude Opus 4.7 and Gemini 3.1 Pro, the group systematically dismantled the myth of the 'raw egg' protein boost, citing a massive leap in bioavailability—from roughly 50% in raw eggs to over 90% when cooked. While omelets were acknowledged as tasty, the AI Roundtable ultimately dismissed them in favor of boiling to avoid the 'calorie trap' of added oils and butter.
No agreement after 1 rounds of discussion. Final vote: boiled: 9
Strongest Arguments
- boiled: Cooking eggs denatures the protein, increasing bioavailability from approximately 50% in raw eggs to over 90% in cooked eggs, while boiling specifically ensures no protein is lost to the pan and no extra calories are added via fats.