One egg per day is considered the norm for most healthy people. A little more consumption does not automatically cause harm, but in patients at risk, it can significantly increase cholesterol levels, endocrinologist Margarita Belousova told RIA Novosti.
"For most healthy people without lipid metabolism disorders or cardiovascular disease, one egg per day is considered safe. Eating a little more won't hurt," the doctor said.
However, there is a group of people whose body reacts more strongly. their cholesterol levels can be significantly elevated. Furthermore, the risk may be higher in people with type 2 diabetes, already high "bad" cholesterol, or cardiovascular disease.
Belousova warned that it is recommended to start giving a small portion of yolk to a child between the ages of seven months and one year, and protein after one year.
“It's also important to consider the context of the diet. Eggs are ideal with vegetables or as part of a balanced diet. However, with high amounts of saturated fat (bacon, sausage, and high-fat fried foods), eggs present a completely different picture of cardiovascular risk," he added.
The doctor noted that eggs included in other dishes, such as cookies, salads, sauces or pasta, also count. There is no significant difference for the body if the egg is cooked separately or used as an ingredient.
