Can Eggs Be Incorporated In A Heart Healthy Diet?

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For years eggs have been given a bad reputation. They've been held responsible for high cholesterol and have been put on the 'do not eat' list for anyone wanting to control cholesterol levels. Nevertheless, recent reports and a better understanding of cholesterol is making many experts and doctors question this old approach.

Taking a look at a whole egg, it is relatively high in cholesterol. The total amount of cholesterol in an egg is around 200mg. This is often considering a large egg, since that is what most people in the U.S. consume. This is also an estimate, since the size can vary a little. Although this number may seem high to some people, it is around 60mg lower than what was previously thought. Even so, the recommended amount of cholesterol that must be in your diet every day is 300mg or less. This recommendation comes from the American Heart Association (AMA). Consequently, at 200mg per egg, you are already close to your daily maximum.

It isn't really as bad as it seems, though. A lot of other notable organizations and doctors suggest that the AMA recommendation is quite restrictive and that most people can consume more than 300mg of cholesterol every day and still sustain healthy levels and a low risk of heart disease. Not only that, but you need to take into consideration that the cholesterol in an egg is not evenly spread out.

It is important to note that all of the cholesterol in an egg is found in the yolk. This changes things quite a bit since you can eat as many egg whites as you want and not consume any dietary cholesterol. Therefore, it is possible to create meals with a number of egg whites. You can even add in a whole egg or two when you want to add the texture and taste of the yolks. Another option is to buy prepared egg substitutes. These are just egg whites that are fortified with nutrients and have some flavoring and color added. When prepared properly lots of people are not able to distinguish between cooked whole eggs and egg substitutes.

While the bad rap of eggs is starting to erode, it is still important to consider what you eat. You may now safely eat an egg or two a day, but you will add more problems when you cook them in butter or add a pile of bacon to your breakfast plate. As with most things related to your diet, it is best to stick to moderation. Enjoy the occasional egg and try to eat more egg whites or egg substitutes rather of whole eggs.

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For more information on how to reduce bad cholesterol, including additional information with regards to bad cholesterol and eggs, read more reports that Christine Crotts has authored about this subject.



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