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Where Do Eggs Fit in a Heart-Healthy Diet?

Nutritional Sciences, University of New Hampshire

Eggs make up a relatively small contribution to the energy consumption of the average American, in part because of the perception that the cholesterol content makes them a forbidden food for a heart-healthy diet. The relationship between egg cholesterol, blood cholesterol, and cardiovascular disease risk is complex and not clearly understood. In addition, eggs provide many valuable and bioavailable nutrients. Thus, the place of eggs in meal planning should be reconsidered while keeping in mind the diet and lifestyle recommendations of the American Heart Association.

Key Words: cholesterol • eggs • lutein • cardiovascular risk

This version was published on July 1, 2009

American Journal of Lifestyle Medicine, Vol. 3, No. 4, 274-278 (2009)
DOI: 10.1177/1559827609335460


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