Health
Eggs, Saturated Fat, and Cholesterol
Health Points
- In a five-week trial, eating two eggs daily modestly lowered LDL cholesterol in healthy adults.
- Researchers identified saturated fat intake, not dietary cholesterol from eggs, as the factor linked to higher LDL levels.
- One large egg contains about 200 milligrams of dietary cholesterol, mainly in the yolk.
The study had participants rotate through three controlled diets to compare blood-lipid effects.
The research received funding support from an egg industry group, a point worth noting when interpreting results.
If you have high cholesterol or a genetic lipid disorder, consult your clinician before changing how many eggs you eat.
