The doctor named those for whom a breakfast of two eggs is dangerous

People with elevated levels of "bad" cholesterol and cardiovascular diseases should be cautious about the classic breakfast of two eggs, especially if they are cooked in butter and served with bacon or sausage. At the same time, completely eliminating eggs from the diet is not recommended.

As reported by TUT.AZ with reference to "Gazeta.Ru," this was explained by gastroenterologist and Candidate of Medical Sciences Yevgeny Belousov.

According to the specialist, eggs themselves are not a harmful product. They contain complete protein, fats, vitamins, and minerals. However, their impact on health must be assessed in the context of the overall diet and individual characteristics of the body.

The key role is played by the method of preparation and accompanying products. For instance, an omelet with vegetables and whole-grain bread is a far more sensible choice than a breakfast with bacon, sausage, and a generous portion of butter. The latter are oversaturated with saturated fats, an excess of which can raise LDL levels — low-density lipoproteins directly linked to the development of atherosclerosis.

The doctor drew attention to an important detail: one large egg yolk contains approximately 200 mg of dietary cholesterol. This is precisely why it is extremely important for people with lipid metabolism disorders to monitor the number of eggs they consume. And in the presence of cardiovascular diseases and other risk factors, dietary matters are best addressed together with one's attending physician.

Nevertheless, completely crossing eggs off the menu because of cholesterol is not advisable. According to the recommendations of the American Heart Association, healthy people can quite safely allow themselves one egg per day without harm to the body.

The specialist emphasized that cardiovascular risks are influenced not so much by the cholesterol content in individual products, but rather by the overall intake of saturated fats, dietary balance, body weight, and blood cholesterol levels.

In addition, the gastroenterologist debunked the popular myth that eggs supposedly guarantee a feeling of fullness for several hours. In reality, the duration of satiety is determined by portion size, protein and fiber content, caloric value of the food, and individual appetite characteristics.