Eggs, not missing from the Easter table, can be consumed without significant risks when eaten in moderation, but experts point out that excess, especially in combination with foods rich in saturated fat, can affect cardiovascular health, notes the Daily Mail.
Doctors quoted by the international press explain that eggs have long been viewed with suspicion because of their cholesterol content, but recent research shows that it has a much smaller impact on blood cholesterol levels than previously thought. Instead, the real problem for the heart is saturated fat, which contributes to the formation of atherosclerotic plaques on the arteries and increases the risk of heart attack or stroke.
In this context, specialists recommend for healthy people a consumption of about one egg a day, and for people with cardiovascular diseases, diabetes or high cholesterol, a lower consumption, the equivalent of about four yolks a week. However, these recommendations are valid if the general diet is not rich in other sources of saturated fat, such as red meat, cheeses or butter.
Problems arise most often during Easter, when eggs are eaten alongside hearty dishes, and food combinations can quickly lead to exceeding the recommended daily amount of saturated fat. A single egg has around 1.6 grams of saturated fat, but traditional meals, such as eggs combined with cold meats, cheeses or fried in butter, can significantly increase your total intake.
Experts point out that the method of preparation plays an important role, and simple methods such as boiling or cooking without added fat are considered safer than frying or pairing with processed foods. At the same time, recent research shows that moderate egg consumption is not directly associated with an increased risk of cardiovascular disease, as long as the overall diet is balanced.
In Romania, where Easter meals are often rich and hearty, doctors recommend caution and balance, especially during the holidays, when the consumption of traditional dishes increases significantly. Specialists point out that the risk does not come from a single food, but from their accumulation in a diet rich in saturated fats.
In conclusion, eggs remain a nutritious and safe food in moderate amounts, but excessive consumption, especially in combinations specific to Easter meals, can become a problem for heart health.
