For many years, eggs were ostracized because of their cholesterol content. A single large egg contains about 186 mg of cholesterol, mostly in the yolk. Dietary guidelines once recommended limiting cholesterol intake to 300 mg per day, making eggs an easy target. But here’s the problem: Modern research shows that dietary cholesterol has a minimal impact on blood cholesterol levels in most people.
Studies, including those from Harvard University and the American Heart Association, reveal that the cholesterol in eggs doesn’t significantly increase the risk of heart disease in healthy individuals. Your body naturally regulates cholesterol production, and when you consume cholesterol-rich foods like eggs, it often compensates by producing less. The real culprits behind heart disease risk? Trans fats, excess sugar, and processed carbohydrates generally have a much greater impact.
That said, there are exceptions. People with genetic conditions like familial hypercholesterolemia or those who have received specific medical advice to lower their cholesterol should exercise caution. For everyone else, eating one or two eggs a day is not only safe but potentially beneficial. So, discover why eggs deserve a place on your plate.
Few foods are as nutritious in such a small size as eggs. With only 70 to 80 calories per large egg, they are a low-calorie, high-impact food that offers a surprising variety of nutrients. Here’s what you get with every bite:
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