The Great Debate: Is it Beneficial To Give Up Eating Eggs For Good?
By DB
@dgobucks226 (37621)
June 12, 2021 9:18am CST
I like eggs and have them usually weekly in some form. Either scrambled, as an omelet, or sometimes I make an egg salad sandwich to enjoy at lunchtime. I'm wondering if the harmful effects of added cholesterol outweigh the benefits of getting needed protein?
When I researched eggs I read both mixed reviews regarding their effect on one's health. Eating eggs have been linked to heart disease yet a study was published in a Heart journal saying eating one egg per day can protect against heart disease? In fact, some studies have shown that eating up to 7 eggs weekly may even help prevent certain types of stroke and a serious eye condition called macular degeneration that can lead to blindness.
Dieticians and Doctors point out many benefits of eating eggs. They are rich in protein and filling, reducing cravings for less healthy foods like bagels. Eggs contain heart healthy omega-3 fatty acids and vitamins like A, D, and E. The amino acids in eggs helps maintain your muscle mass, important for elderly people who lose muscle as they age. Those are some real pluses for making eggs a part of your diet.
Now for the negative...
One large egg is very high in cholesterol having 190 milligrams (the yolk being the culprit.) That's a lot considering it is recommended we take in less than 300 milligrams daily. It has been found people with Diabetes who consume too many eggs a week are more at risk for heart disease. And it's a fact eggs do raise cholesterol levels.
So, what is one to do if your an egg lover? Which studies to believe? Maybe we take a little good with the bad when it comes to eggs?
How many eggs do you currently consume each week? What side of the "egg shell controversy" do you come out on? Pro or Con? Based on these findings should we be concerned about eating a lot of eggs?
Sources- Eat This Not That & Google
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17 responses
@just4him (323168)
• Green Bay, Wisconsin
12 Jun 21
Okay, your source is all wrong!!!!!!!!!
Yes, eggs are high in cholesterol. Note - There are two types of cholesterol - the good and the bad. Eggs have the GOOD cholesterol your body needs. Eggs are considered one of the healthiest foods around because it has everything you need for a healthy diet.
How many eggs do I eat a week? Two to three per day. I was eating three a day at breakfast, but the calories in eggs are 70 per egg and when you're counting calories, it quickly adds up. You also have the same amount of sodium as you have calories. So, if you need to watch your sodium, that would be a good reason to limit the number of eggs you eat per sitting.
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@just4him (323168)
• Green Bay, Wisconsin
18 Jun 21
@dgobucks226 I didn't know liver produced cholesterol. I just read up on the cholesterol in eggs again. It isn't the egg itself that raises cholesterol levels. It's what it's fried in - butter, or eaten with, sausage and bacon. I'll keep eating my eggs. They're good at keeping you heart healthy.
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@dgobucks226 (37621)
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13 Jun 21
I agree with your reasoning here. Some studies unfairly give eggs a bad rap. Some studies have shown giving up eggs does not lead to lower cholesterol levels. Eggs only raise cholesterol a little. Genetics play a much larger role.
That's a lot of eggs. But according to medical research Our liver produces cholesterol in our body and will stop producing cholesterol if our consumption is too high. It acts as a safety value.
Now sodium in foods is a topic for another day, lol.
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@Marilynda1225 (91195)
• United States
12 Jun 21
I'm not fond of eggs so I can't say pro or con for the health side of it.
My daughter loves eggs and has them a few times a week. I think moderation is the key for everything we eat.
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@dgobucks226 (37621)
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13 Jun 21
That's true about moderation. I discovered a few more interesting facts about eggs I can share with you 
Some studies have shown giving up eggs does not lead to lower cholesterol levels. Eggs only raise cholesterol a little. Genetics play a much larger role.
Our liver produces cholesterol in our body and will stop producing cholesterol if our consumption is too high. It acts as a safety value.
Some studies have shown giving up eggs does not lead to lower cholesterol levels. Eggs only raise cholesterol a little. Genetics play a much larger role.
Our liver produces cholesterol in our body and will stop producing cholesterol if our consumption is too high. It acts as a safety value.
@dgobucks226 (37621)
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13 Jun 21
I eat about 2-3 on average. More (5) if I make hard boiled for a sandwich or added to my salad.
I also noticed that Some studies have shown giving up eggs does not lead to lower cholesterol levels. Eggs only raise cholesterol a little. Genetics play a much larger role.
So, I fully agree with your response.
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@LadyDuck (502886)
• Italy
14 Jun 21
@dgobucks226 Most people never count the number of eggs "hidden" in other foods they eat (cakes, pastries, some ice creams, noodles).
Cholesterol is mainly genetic, my husband has high cholesterol, his Mom and his maternal grandfather were the same. But he also has a high level of good cholesterol and both values must be considered. My husband is skinny and eats very little, he takes no medications, does a check up twice a year.
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@JudyEv (382658)
• Rockingham, Australia
14 Jun 21
@dgobucks226 I agree - about the eggs. I also think that people have a 'natural' cholesterol count and for some it's a bit higher or lower than for others.
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@dgobucks226 (37621)
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13 Jun 21
Actually, I think your right about the chocolate 
I've also found studies supporting moderation. Some studies have shown giving up eggs does not lead to lower cholesterol levels. Eggs only raise cholesterol a little. Genetics play a much larger role.2 people like this
@dgobucks226 (37621)
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14 Jun 21
@JudyEv Some doctors recommend just eating the whites of the egg and avoiding the yolk since the whites contain the protein. A good idea for those with a predisposition to have high cholesterol counts.
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@dgobucks226 (37621)
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13 Jun 21
I see what your getting at... 7 seems ok to me. Actually, I found that Some studies have shown giving up eggs does not lead to lower cholesterol levels. Eggs only raise cholesterol a little. Genetics play a much larger role.
Some doctors recommend just eating the whites of the egg and avoiding the yolk since the whites contain the protein. I like eggs so I may start doing that.
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@LindaOHio (222898)
• United States
13 Jun 21
Everything in moderation. I rarely eat eggs. I only like them scrambled, in egg salad or deviled.
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@dgobucks226 (37621)
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13 Jun 21
Well, those are 3 terrific ways to eat eggs! I couldn't agree more with your response.
Some studies have shown giving up eggs does not lead to lower cholesterol levels. Eggs only raise cholesterol a little. Genetics play a much larger role.
If one is worried some doctors recommend just eating the whites of the egg and avoiding the yolk since the whites contain the protein.
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@snowy22315 (209193)
• United States
13 Jun 21
I don't think so, eggs are beneficial, but even better for your in my opinion are egg whites. I was just reading about them. I had one this morning as a matter of fact.
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@snowy22315 (209193)
• United States
14 Jun 21
@dgobucks226 Yes, that and lifestyle.
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@dgobucks226 (37621)
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13 Jun 21
That's a great point snowy! Actually, it's the whites not the yolk that contain all the protein. Upon further research Some studies have shown giving up eggs does not lead to lower cholesterol levels. Eggs only raise cholesterol a little. Genetics play a much larger role.
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@kanuck1 (4424)
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14 Jun 21
@dgobucks226 I think that there are heathier foods to eat than eggs and that's why I don't eat them anymore. I have a digestive problem and so need to be more careful than other people to stay healthy.
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@dgobucks226 (37621)
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13 Jun 21
Is there a particular reason you gave them up?
If your worried some doctors recommend just eating the whites of the egg and avoiding the yolk since the whites contain the protein.
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@RebeccasFarm (91297)
• United States
20 Jun 21
I do not know what is good to eat anymore
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@dgobucks226 (37621)
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20 Jun 21
Bummer! Sometimes I get tired of the same old stuff. I actually had an omelet today OT. I took out some of the cholesterol that's in the yolk, added a little cheese for a mostly egg white meal.
@dgobucks226 (37621)
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13 Jun 21
Your right, that's a good point! Interesting fact I found: Our liver produces cholesterol in our body and will stop producing cholesterol if our consumption is too high. It acts as a safety value.
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@Daelii (5619)
• United States
13 Jun 21
@dgobucks226 I did not know that! our bodies are so amazing in what they can do to keep us on track!
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@dgobucks226 (37621)
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28 Nov 24
I agree. The evidence is inconclusive. I have them once a week which follows the in-moderation mantra many experts use when discussing controversial food topics.
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@porwest (112933)
• United States
29 Nov 24
@dgobucks226 I think it often depends on who is lobbying. lol
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@dgobucks226 (37621)
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13 Jun 21
Seems some studies have shown giving up eggs does not lead to lower cholesterol levels. Eggs only raise cholesterol a little. Genetics play a much larger role.
If one is worried some doctors recommend just eating the whites of the egg and avoiding the yolk since the whites contain the protein.
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@CarolDM (203396)
• Nashville, Tennessee
13 Jun 21
@dgobucks226 You are correct.
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@Butterfingers (66603)
• India
12 Jun 21
Mostly 3 to 4 eggs in a week but I'll make it to 7 eggs
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@dgobucks226 (37621)
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13 Jun 21
It's nice to know how many is to many.
Some studies have shown giving up eggs does not lead to lower cholesterol levels. Eggs only raise cholesterol a little. Genetics play a much larger role.
So your consumption seems safe..
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@Butterfingers (66603)
• India
14 Jun 21
@dgobucks226 yes better we consume as they are good for us
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@owstalaga (4825)
• Philippines
13 Jun 21
Well I can eat eggs whenever I feel like it. I just buy and eat some when I have a craving for eggs. I eat seafood (fish), meat and veggies more often than eggs so I dunno. Last week I ate 2 eggs. This week, well I might eat 2 again because I bought some last week. I don't eat eggs regularly but I can eat them whenever I get the chance to. Good thing I am not an egg lover eh? 
Why give up on something when we can just eat some from time to time, right?
I don't eat eggs regularly but I can eat them whenever I get the chance to. Good thing I am not an egg lover eh?
Why give up on something when we can just eat some from time to time, right? 1 person likes this
@dgobucks226 (37621)
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13 Jun 21
I second that response.. You are not overeating eggs so no reason to give them up completely.
Have an egg-cellent day! Hope its eggs-tra good
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@Tampa_girl7 (54741)
• United States
14 Jun 21
I don’t eat them every day, but I have them often. So far my blood work has come out good.
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@dgobucks226 (37621)
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15 Jun 21
Eggs only raise cholesterol a little. Genetics play a much larger role. Eating them in moderation and getting your "eggs-ercise" will keep you healthy.
@dgobucks226 (37621)
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13 Jun 21
Sounds like a plan! I found Eggs only raise cholesterol a little. Genetics play a much larger role.
