Wednesday, November 20

Tag: Cholesterol

New Study suggests Eggs may not be bad for your Heart
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New Study suggests Eggs may not be bad for your Heart

A small-scale study unveiled that consuming 12 fortified eggs weekly did not increase cholesterol levels over a four-month period, compared to those who consumed less than two eggs per week. Despite the high cholesterol content of eggs, this study hints at the possibility that they might be a healthy addition to one's diet, even for individuals at risk of heart disease. The research, to be presented at the American College of Cardiology's Annual Scientific Session, involved 140 participants aged 50 and above. These individuals either had cardiovascular disease or were at high risk of developing the same. The participants were randomly assigned to consume either 12 fortified eggs per week or less than two eggs per week, of any kind. Fortified eggs contain fewer saturated fats and addi...