The cardiologist explained why eggs should be eaten whole, not just the whites 0 10

It is important to eat eggs in their entirety, as the yolks contain vital nutrients, and all the talk about cholesterol stems from a misunderstanding.

The fact is that people often prefer to eat only the whites, skipping the yolk and blaming it for a number of problems, including increased cholesterol levels, writes Hindustan Times.

According to Dr. Alok Chopra, a cardiologist and functional medicine expert with over 40 years of experience, egg whites alone are inflammatory proteins. Therefore, if you eat them separately, it is harmful to your health.

Eat the whole egg

The cardiologist emphasized that an egg becomes a whole food only when combined with the yolk. He stated that eggs are among the most nutritious and versatile foods we have, but they are often unfairly criticized.

Moreover, the egg yolk contains not only cholesterol. It has far more nutrients. The cardiologist said, "The yolk, in particular, is often criticized for its cholesterol content, but in reality, it is where most of the egg's nutrients are found. Compared to egg whites, the yolk contains much more vitamin A, vitamin E, and omega-3 fatty acids."

Misunderstanding cholesterol

Although cholesterol is found in egg yolks, in moderate amounts it is not harmful. Furthermore, according to the cardiologist, cholesterol itself is widely misunderstood.

"It is necessary for cell structure, hormone production, brain function, and a healthy immune system," he explained.

The cardiologist emphasized that about 85% of cholesterol is produced by the liver, regardless of what a person eats.

"So ask yourself, if the body produces it on its own, how can it be inherently harmful to your body?" the doctor noted.

"Contrary to popular belief, cholesterol is not the cause of heart disease. This is surprising to everyone. Cholesterol is produced in our bodies. In fact, 85% of it is formed in the body. And at the same time, cholesterol performs about 16 essential functions. So how can it be harmful?" he added.