Protect Your Heart: How Eggs Improve Cardiovascular Health - AI Podcast
Apr 11, 2025•10 min
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Story at-a-glance
- Research shows eating eggs up to six times per week lowers the risk of heart disease-related death by 29% and reduces overall mortality by 17%
- Choline, an essential nutrient found in eggs, supports heart health by reducing homocysteine levels, a major risk factor for cardiovascular disease
- In addition to cardiovascular disease, choline deficiency leads to various health complications like fatty liver disease, muscle breakdown and cognitive decline
- Pasture-raised eggs from a reputable source offer the most health benefits by reducing harmful omega-6 fats that contribute to inflammation and chronic disease
- Eating the yolks is important as it ensures you get all the nutrients, including essential vitamins, antioxidants and amino acids needed for optimal health