Myth: Eggs must be avoided because of cholesterol.

What science says

For most people, dietary cholesterol has a smaller effect on blood cholesterol than saturated and trans fats do. Modern guidance focuses on overall fat quality and the whole eating pattern. People with existing heart disease, diabetes or high cholesterol should follow their clinician's personal advice.

BhojVigyan take

Eggs can be part of a balanced diet if you eat them. How they are cooked — boiled or lightly cooked versus deep-fried with extra fat — matters more than the egg itself.

Source & review

NHS — Eggs and food safety / healthy eating — No fixed weekly limit for healthy adults; personal advice applies for existing conditions.

Reviewed on 21 August 2026