“Doctors Reveal That Eating Eggs in the Morning Causes…” — What’s the Truth?
This headline is misleading if it suggests that eating eggs in the morning is inherently dangerous. For most healthy people, eggs can be part of a nutritious breakfast.
Eggs provide high-quality protein, vitamin B12, choline, selenium, and other nutrients. The overall diet and how eggs are prepared matter more than simply eating them in the morning.
What about cholesterol?
Eggs contain dietary cholesterol, but for most people, dietary cholesterol has a smaller effect on blood cholesterol than saturated and trans fats. Individual recommendations can differ, particularly for people with certain medical conditions or elevated cholesterol.
A healthier approach
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Choose boiled, poached, or lightly cooked eggs more often than eggs prepared with lots of butter or processed meats.
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Pair eggs with vegetables, whole grains, or fruit.
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Avoid assuming that a viral claim about one food applies to everyone.
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If you have been diagnosed with high cholesterol, diabetes, or cardiovascular disease, discuss your individual diet with your healthcare professional.
Bottom line: There is no general medical reason for healthy adults to avoid eating eggs in the morning simply because of the time of day.
