Tag Archives: Eggs

Cholesterol Does Not Alter Blood Lipid Levels: More Evidence

The cholesterol theory of cardiovascular disease is not supported by the vast majority of data in the literature. Despite this it has become ingrained in the psyche of the nation and is still considered a valid theory by the mainstream … Continue reading

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Protein, Eggs and Weight Loss

Proponents of the cholesterol theory of cardiovascular disease castigate consumption of eggs based on their high content of cholesterol. This position is based on the erroneous and absurd belief that dietary cholesterol is able to cause an increase in plasma … Continue reading

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Fast Food for Health

Fast food is often considered to be bad for the health. Generally this is true if referring to high fat, high sugar, salt laden foods that might be bought from a typical garage, fast food restaurant or supermarket. However, there … Continue reading

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Functional Foods: Eggs

ggs are a rich source of cholesterol, and for this reason they have been demonised by proponents of the cholesterol theory of cardiovascular disease. However, evidence does not support a role for eggs in the elevation of plasma cholesterol concentrations … Continue reading

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