A Look at How Certain Boiled Egg Habits May Affect Your Heart Health

1️⃣ Eating too many egg yolks

Egg yolks are high in dietary cholesterol. While not everyone is sensitive to cholesterol from food, some people—especially those with:

High cholesterol

Diabetes

Heart disease

may experience an increase in LDL (bad cholesterol).

Healthy habit:
Limit whole eggs and add more egg whites, which contain protein without cholesterol.

2️⃣ Adding too much salt

Many people eat boiled eggs with salt. Excess sodium can:

Raise blood pressure

Increase the risk of heart disease and stroke

Better alternatives:
Use black pepper, paprika, herbs, garlic powder, or lemon juice instead of salt.

3️⃣ Eating eggs with unhealthy sides

Boiled eggs are often paired with:

Mayonnaise

Processed meats (sausages, bacon)

White bread

These combinations can cancel out the benefits of eggs.

Heart-healthy pairing:
Eat eggs with vegetables, avocado, whole grains, or salads.

How many boiled eggs should you eat?

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