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.
That is the egg ring of death. Once your eggs get cooked that far, the yolks are chalky instead of creamy, and the whites are rubbery and off-putting. Not sure how long to boil your eggs? Cover them with cold water in a pot, bring the whole pot to a boil, turn the heat off and cover for 14 minutes.