For decades, the humble egg has been both a breakfast staple and a nutritional villain. Some call it “nature’s multivitamin.” Others warn it’s a cholesterol bomb waiting to clog your arteries. Recently, headlines have been screaming:
“Doctors reveal eating eggs causes serious health problems…”
But what’s the real story behind these claims? Let’s crack it open.
The Scary Headlines
Recent studies have linked frequent egg consumption to:
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Higher risk of cardiovascular disease in some populations
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Possible connections to certain cancers, like fatal prostate cancer
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Increased type 2 diabetes risk in specific regions
One study even suggested that just half an extra egg per day could bump your risk of heart disease by 6% and your risk of early death by 8%. Sounds terrifying, right?
But here’s the thing: these numbers come from observational studies—which means they can find patterns, but they can’t prove eggs directly cause these issues.
The Other Side of the Story
The truth is far less dramatic—and far more interesting. Many of these studies found that people who eat more eggs also tend to:
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Smoke more
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Exercise less
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Eat fewer vegetables
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Have lower overall diet quality
In other words, it might not be the eggs—it might be the company they keep on your plate.
What Eggs Really Do For You
Eggs are nutritional powerhouses. They’re packed with:
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