Nutrients July 2020 PMID 32635569

Association between Egg Consumption and Cholesterol Concentration: A Systematic Review and Meta-analysis of Randomized Controlled Trials.

Man-Yun Li, Jin-Hua Chen, Chiehfeng Chen, Yi-No Kang

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Peak: 5 in Jul 2020
across 5 sources since Jul 2020

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What people are saying

The social discussions highlight a strong consensus on the research’s findings, with posts referencing the increase in LDL and HDL levels and questioning research bias using phrases like 'industry sponsored research.' The tone varies from analytical to skeptical, reflecting deep engagement and recognition of the topic's importance for health and dietary habits.

AgreementModerate agreement

Most discussions support the finding that increased egg consumption correlates with higher LDL and HDL levels, indicating general agreement with the study.

InterestHigh interest

The posts actively engage with the topic, addressing methodological concerns and discussing implications, showing high interest.

EngagementModerate engagement

Users reference specific meta-analyses and statistical outcomes, demonstrating meaningful engagement with the research details.

ImpactModerate impact

The widespread attention and multiple discussions around the health implications suggest the publication influences ongoing debates and understanding about eggs and cholesterol.

Abstract in brief

  • This systematic review and meta-analysis examined how egg consumption affects cholesterol levels, specifically LDL (bad cholesterol) and HDL (good cholesterol), in healthy people.
  • The study found that increased egg intake (more egg consumption) is associated with higher LDL, HDL, and a higher LDL/HDL ratio, especially with longer-term consumption over two months.
  • More research with long-term follow-up is needed to better understand how eating eggs impacts overall human health and cholesterol profiles over time.]

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Ale Garcia
@GYM_EXTREMO · X

Nuevo estudio sobre el consumo de huevo y el colesterol: una revisión sistemática y metaanálisis de ensayos controlados aleatorios https://t.co/WKUBzPeDwk

Jul 4, 2020 · 20 likes · 5 shares · 99,414 followers View post →
鈴木皓太 | Kota Suzuki
@trainer_blog · X

卵はコレステロールを上昇させない なんて言われますが、ランダム化比較試験のメタアナリシスを調べてみると、どれも ”LDLコレステロールの上昇を引き起こす” という意見で一致しています。 参考までに1つ参考文献を載せておきます。 https://t.co/eKP00CHyDR

Feb 5, 2022 · 7 likes · 4,987 followers View post →
Christoffer Baustad Nilsen
@ChristofferBN · X

@theproof Dietary lipids and blood cholesterol: quantitative meta-analysis of metabolic ward studies https://t.co/Qhbisd1cQu Association between Egg Consumption and Cholesterol Concentration: A Systematic Review and Meta-analysis of Randomized Controlled Trials https://t.co/Uu1QDTbm2g https://t.co/onDJF6Qt0x

Sep 28, 2024 · 4 likes · 587 followers View post →
con H de heterótrofo
@NutriRebel · X

Siguen tocando los huevos.. Association between Egg Consumption and Cholesterol Concentration: A Systematic Review and Meta-analysis of Randomized Controlled Trials https://t.co/p45GprdtmW

Jul 6, 2020 · 3 likes · 5,951 followers View post →
Dr. Eddie Ramirez
@EddieRDMD · X

@ChamberofFit Systematic Review and Meta-Analysis "Egg consumption is associated with higher LDL-c/HDL-c ratio and LDL-c levels in healthy individuals, with longer consumption periods potentially increasing these effects." https://t.co/IukSmIaI4L @agargmd

Jul 5, 2025 · 1 like · 1 share · 4,777 followers View post →
Michael Mac Millan
@DrMikemacmillan · X

Eggs only get a pass in industry sponsored research “Association between Egg Consumption and Cholesterol Concentration: A Systematic Review and Meta-Analysis of Randomized Controlled Trials. (2020)

Feb 2, 2025 · 1 like · 317 followers View post →

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Dr. Eddie Ramirez
@EddieRDMD · X

@ChamberofFit Systematic Review and Meta-Analysis "Egg consumption is associated with higher LDL-c/HDL-c ratio and LDL-c levels in healthy individuals, with longer consumption periods potentially increasing these effects." https://t.co/IukSmIaI4L @agargmd

Jul 5, 2025 · 1 like · 1 share · 4,777 followers View post →
Michael Mac Millan
@DrMikemacmillan · X

Eggs only get a pass in industry sponsored research “Association between Egg Consumption and Cholesterol Concentration: A Systematic Review and Meta-Analysis of Randomized Controlled Trials. (2020)

Feb 2, 2025 · 1 like · 317 followers View post →
Consooomer
@justconsooom · X

@JamesRLandrum @TwiiterXVids @kusiekG Why speculate or discuss methods without respect to evidence? An analysis of 17 RCTs shows that more egg consumption increases both LDL concentration and the ratio of LDL:HDL Your mechanistic understanding needs to me commensurate with observed truth. https://t.co/ObspBBJeLu

Nov 17, 2024 · 291 followers View post →
Christoffer Baustad Nilsen
@ChristofferBN · X

@theproof Dietary lipids and blood cholesterol: quantitative meta-analysis of metabolic ward studies https://t.co/Qhbisd1cQu Association between Egg Consumption and Cholesterol Concentration: A Systematic Review and Meta-analysis of Randomized Controlled Trials https://t.co/Uu1QDTbm2g https://t.co/onDJF6Qt0x

Sep 28, 2024 · 4 likes · 587 followers View post →
Chris DeVocht
@ChrisDeVocht_ · X

Meta analysis: https://t.co/e3s2CuBi0G

Sep 22, 2024 · 4,978 followers View post →
Belderial ⓥ
@Belderial · X

https://t.co/ivRQhmWrVC https://t.co/svWxmXue7t https://t.co/ciWQOyJI3l https://t.co/OyvqrfZ6J3 ⬇️ https://t.co/jxFSVkU3RK

Oct 3, 2022 · 35 followers View post →
lepandas
@lepandas · X

@sendit07109368 @Sundquist_ @esr71 @BernardoKastrup @CarnivoreMD https://t.co/SAhvFNrwmF https://t.co/QIOg4ZILwa https://t.co/NfjllEUneh Could go on and on

May 26, 2022 · 19 followers View post →
Nutrem
@MxNutrem · X

En este metanálisis se discute que el colesterol LDL-c se incrementa en sujetos sanos proporcionalmente a la cantidad de huevos ingeridos. O sea que no porque comas huevos o alimentos ricos en colesterol vas a tener un colesterol bajo. https://t.co/2C0LPevW4I

Feb 25, 2022 · 257 followers View post →
鈴木皓太 | Kota Suzuki
@trainer_blog · X

卵はコレステロールを上昇させない なんて言われますが、ランダム化比較試験のメタアナリシスを調べてみると、どれも ”LDLコレステロールの上昇を引き起こす” という意見で一致しています。 参考までに1つ参考文献を載せておきます。 https://t.co/eKP00CHyDR

Feb 5, 2022 · 7 likes · 4,987 followers View post →
Dr Kouris
@Skinnybik · X

Association between Egg Consumption and Cholesterol Concentration: A Systematic Review and Meta-analysis of Randomi… https://t.co/Wp1YYWDJdL

Jan 25, 2022 · 225 followers View post →
Alan GH
@AlanGH26 · X

RT @GYM_EXTREMO: Nuevo estudio sobre el consumo de huevo y el colesterol: una revisión sistemática y metaanálisis de ensayos controlados al…

Dec 9, 2021 · 5 shares · 127 followers View post →
Ivor Goodbody
@IvorGoodbody · X

Contrast with this comprehensive, recent meta-analysis https://t.co/Hb7GwkZGC3 which concludes: "Notably, longer-term high egg-consumption may lead to higher LDL-c/HDL-c ratio and LDL-c." #egg #eggs #cholesterol #heartdisease

Mar 22, 2021 · 1,890 followers View post →
Renato Dumbra
@renatodumbra · X

@JoseAntonioPhD What do you think about that? https://t.co/CQ7jAZ4rcq

Oct 4, 2020 · 119 followers View post →
Doc Yeyo (Dr. Diego)
@DocYeyo · X

RT @GYM_EXTREMO: Nuevo estudio sobre el consumo de huevo y el colesterol: una revisión sistemática y metaanálisis de ensayos controlados al…

Jul 11, 2020 · 5 shares · 1,573 followers View post →
con H de heterótrofo
@NutriRebel · X

Siguen tocando los huevos.. Association between Egg Consumption and Cholesterol Concentration: A Systematic Review and Meta-analysis of Randomized Controlled Trials https://t.co/p45GprdtmW

Jul 6, 2020 · 3 likes · 5,951 followers View post →
Emporios Gym
@EMPORIOSGYM · X

RT @GYM_EXTREMO: Nuevo estudio sobre el consumo de huevo y el colesterol: una revisión sistemática y metaanálisis de ensayos controlados al…

Jul 5, 2020 · 5 shares · 959 followers View post →
V.,
@VaneCarreras · X

RT @GYM_EXTREMO: Nuevo estudio sobre el consumo de huevo y el colesterol: una revisión sistemática y metaanálisis de ensayos controlados al…

Jul 5, 2020 · 5 shares · 591 followers View post →
Ale Garcia
@GYM_EXTREMO · X

Nuevo estudio sobre el consumo de huevo y el colesterol: una revisión sistemática y metaanálisis de ensayos controlados aleatorios https://t.co/WKUBzPeDwk

Jul 4, 2020 · 20 likes · 5 shares · 99,414 followers View post →