As a result of increased water and salt removal, most diuretics also cause the body to lose potassium. This can be problematic because potassium is important for good health, especially if you have high blood pressure.
Place the dish of eggs in a larger dish and add enough water to reach about halfway up the sides. Place the eggs in the oven. Bake the eggs for 7 minutes for a runny yolk and for 8 to 9 minutes for a firm yolk. Carefully take the eggs out of the oven.
Extra large eggs will need 18 minutes to fully cook, large eggs need 15 minutes, and medium eggs need 12 minutes. Set a timer to prevent over or under cooking. For soft-boiled eggs (runny yolks, solid whites), let the eggs sit for 5 minutes less than the time needed to hard... MORE cook the egg.