@drjoe_md: A recent experiment by Harvard medical student Nick Norwitz, who ate 720 eggs in a month, has provided some compelling evidence that eating eggs does not negatively impact cholesterol levels. Despite consuming around 133,200 mg of dietary cholesterol, Norwitz observed that his LDL (bad cholesterol) levels actually decreased by nearly 20%. This result challenges the long-held belief that eggs, high in cholesterol, raise the risk of heart disease. Studies have shown that for most healthy individuals, the cholesterol in food does not significantly affect blood cholesterol. The body compensates by producing less cholesterol when more is consumed from the diet. Norwitz’s findings align with previous research, indicating that moderate egg consumption can actually help maintain healthy cholesterol levels and support heart health, particularly when paired with a balanced diet. This is another reminder that eggs can be a nutritious part of a heart-healthy diet. #eggs #hearthealth #heartattack #cholesterol #highcholesterol #diettips #healthyeating #healthylifestyle

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