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Egg consumption up to <1 egg per day is associated with a lower risk of cardiovascular disease, including hemorrhagic stroke, in the general population, but may increase risk in diabetic populations.
You can include up to one egg per day in your diet as part of a healthy eating pattern. Eggs are a good source of protein and micronutrients. If you have diabetes, consult your healthcare provider, as higher egg intake may be associated with increased CVD risk in this group.
ModerateQualifiesMEDIUM confidence
a moderate level of egg consumption (up to <1 egg per day) was significantly associated with lower risk of CVD. This study demonstrated that each one-egg increment per week was associated with 8% lower risk of hemorrhagic stroke.
Why this rating
Based on prospective cohort studies; inconsistent with some meta-analyses.
Source
Optimum nutritional strategies for cardiovascular disease prevention and rehabilitation (BACPR)
Tom Butler et al. · Heart · 2020
DOI 10.1136/heartjnl-2019-315499
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