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Nutrients March 2018 PMID 29596318

Dietary Cholesterol, Serum Lipids, and Heart Disease: Are Eggs Working for or Against You?

Christopher N Blesso, Maria Luz Fernandez

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Peak: 2 in Jul 2022
across 5 sources since Jun 2018

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What people are saying

The overall tone reflects curiosity and reevaluation of prior beliefs about eggs, with comments like questioning how many eggs are safe per week and referencing recent studies. Words like 'negativo' and mentions of evidence imply critical engagement, while references to article titles and research emphasize a meaningful impact on health perceptions.

AgreementModerate agreement

Most discussions show general agreement that recent evidence suggests eggs may not be as harmful as previously thought, with some posts referencing studies and stating that the latest findings challenge past perceptions.

InterestModerate interest

The discussions indicate a moderate level of interest, with users asking questions about egg consumption and referencing the publication to support their points.

EngagementModerate engagement

Participants reference specific studies and articles, indicating some depth of engagement, especially when debating the implications of the research for health and diet habits.

ImpactModerate impact

The discussions seem to influence opinions about egg consumption, suggesting it could alter dietary choices and understanding, though their collective stance remains somewhat cautious.

Abstract in brief

  • The relationship between dietary cholesterol, serum lipids, and heart disease is complex, with studies showing that egg intake has only a minimal or variable impact on cholesterol levels and heart disease risk.
  • Most people experience little change in LDL and HDL cholesterol after eating eggs, though some may see increases in both, which usually keeps the overall cholesterol ratio stable.
  • Other components in eggs, like phospholipids, might influence heart disease risk by reducing serum lipids and potentially modifying the body's response to dietary cholesterol, though more research is needed to fully understand these effects.
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Saúl Sánchez
@SaulNutri · X

@Natchlev Negativo! Las evidencias recientes afirman lo contrario. https://t.co/nNifx6BI2P

Jul 15, 2022 · 42 likes · 1 share · 107,763 followers View post →
Zachary Elliott
@zaelefty · X

https://t.co/mfYA0MQXXq

Jul 26, 2025 · 12 likes · 1 share · 51,421 followers View post →
Nick Jikomes
@trikomes · X

Full paper: https://t.co/yzeVEPLyJt

Dec 8, 2022 · 2 likes · 10,511 followers View post →
Gregory Miller, Ph.D.
@drdairy50 · X

Dietary Cholesterol, Serum Lipids, and Heart Disease: Are Eggs Working for or Against You? https://t.co/jQFVKwUgeT

Nov 11, 2019 · 1 like · 10,742 followers View post →
Astrid Johanna
@AstridJohanna_B · X

Wie viele Eier isst du pro Woche?

Apr 10, 2023 · 1 like · 52 followers View post →
OptimOZ.com.au
@OptimOZ · X

Dietary Cholesterol, Serum Lipids, and Heart Disease: Are Easter Eggs Working for or Against You? https://t.co/kyaJQ89qmN ⬆️ #HDLfunction https://t.co/OeS4GzEvUF https://t.co/rFasqV3J7Y

Aug 9, 2020 · 474 followers View post →

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jose varavukala
@JVaravukala · X

RT @zaelefty: https://t.co/mfYA0MQXXq

Jul 26, 2025 · 1 share · 393 followers View post →
Zachary Elliott
@zaelefty · X

https://t.co/mfYA0MQXXq

Jul 26, 2025 · 12 likes · 1 share · 51,421 followers View post →
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@alecanoelpela · X

Conclusión sobre el consumo de 3 huevos al día (Artículo de la revista Nutrients): https://t.co/Zb3dnYUbh3

Jan 14, 2024 · 337 followers View post →
Astrid Johanna
@AstridJohanna_B · X

Wie viele Eier isst du pro Woche?

Apr 10, 2023 · 1 like · 52 followers View post →
Nick Jikomes
@trikomes · X

Full paper: https://t.co/yzeVEPLyJt

Dec 8, 2022 · 2 likes · 10,511 followers View post →
lenin Garcia
@doctorlening · X

RT @SaulNutri: @Natchlev Negativo! Las evidencias recientes afirman lo contrario. https://t.co/nNifx6BI2P

Jul 15, 2022 · 1 share · 431 followers View post →
Saúl Sánchez
@SaulNutri · X

@Natchlev Negativo! Las evidencias recientes afirman lo contrario. https://t.co/nNifx6BI2P

Jul 15, 2022 · 42 likes · 1 share · 107,763 followers View post →
OptimOZ.com.au
@OptimOZ · X

Dietary Cholesterol, Serum Lipids, and Heart Disease: Are Easter Eggs Working for or Against You? https://t.co/kyaJQ89qmN ⬆️ #HDLfunction https://t.co/OeS4GzEvUF https://t.co/rFasqV3J7Y

Aug 9, 2020 · 474 followers View post →
Gregory Miller, Ph.D.
@drdairy50 · X

Dietary Cholesterol, Serum Lipids, and Heart Disease: Are Eggs Working for or Against You? https://t.co/jQFVKwUgeT

Nov 11, 2019 · 1 like · 10,742 followers View post →