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Saturday, 24 November 2012

The myth: Eggs are bad


Myths and truths about cholesterol and your health

Here are some common misconceptions about cholesterol and the truth behind them
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The myth: Eggs are bad - Myths and truths about cholesterol and your health

The myth: Eggs are bad


The truth: "Eggs are an extremely healthy food," says Dr. Genest. "They provide very good protein and very little fat." That said, a single egg yolk contains about 250 mg of cholesterol, what he considers the most you should eat daily. So rather than splurging on a three-egg omelette with bacon, serve a single poached egg alongside brown toast, sautéed spinach and a whole-fruit smoothie.

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