The Cholesterol Myth, Debunked
The old belief was straightforward: eggs are high in cholesterol, so they must raise your blood cholesterol and clog your arteries. It seemed like simple logic.
However, the science tells a different story. Researchers have found that the dietary cholesterol you eat has a much smaller impact on the cholesterol in your blood than the saturated fat you consume . In fact, a world-first study demonstrated that eating two eggs a day as part of a low-saturated-fat diet did not raise “bad” LDL cholesterol . It’s the extra bacon or sausage on the side, or the butter you cook them in, that does the real damage .
So, what does a morning egg actually do? It provides a powerful nutritional punch. A large egg is a rich source of high-quality protein, containing about 6 grams, along with important nutrients like choline for brain health, and antioxidants like lutein and zeaxanthin for your eyes . For most people, the consensus is that one egg a day is perfectly fine and even beneficial . As one Harvard expert put it, for people who have already cut down on red meat and full-fat dairy, having an egg a day is a perfectly healthy choice .
