However, this guidance shifted after research found that moderate egg consumption does not appear to cause health problems.
Egg Whites vs.
Notably, egg whites have essentially no fat, no cholesterol, and half the calories of awhole egg.
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However, they also have half the protein and fewer vitamins and minerals.
Benefits of Egg Whites
Egg whites areprotein-richand relatively low in calories and fat.
They can also be considered part of a heart-healthy diet when consumed in moderation.
Egg whites contain essentialamino acidsand other beneficial nutrients.
All food has calories; you need both calories and fat to survive.
Both whole eggs and egg whites can help people get their recommended daily protein intake.
Heart-Healthy
There has been controversy about whether whole eggs are a heart-healthy source of protein.
However, more recent studies have not conclusively shown that whole egg intake is detrimental at typical levels.
One study found that participants who consumed fortified eggs did not experience negative impacts.
Eggs are often served and eaten alongside other foods high in fat and cholesterol, such as bacon.
Aheart-healthy dietshould limit these types of foods.
Liquid egg whites are a convenient and healthy option for those who wish to avoid egg yolks.
Due to the pasteurization process, there may be different textures compared to egg whites from fresh eggs.
Who Should Avoid Them?
Though most people can eat eggs or egg whites.
Those with certain conditions like high cholesterol are advised to limit their consumption of egg yolks.
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