64 | Summer Shorts: The Truth About Eggs and Cholesterol

What’s the deal with eggs? Are they good? Bad? Do they impact my cholesterol levels? How many can I eat?Welcome to Exam Room Nutrition's Summer Shorts -  bite-sized nutrition science delivered in less 15 minutes, so you can stay sharp without sacrificing those summer barbecues. Fill out this form to have your question featured on a future episode.Grab your sunglasses and sunscreen, because today Colleen is unpacking Eggs: a breakfast staple. We've all heard the conflicting information about cholesterol and eggs. In this episode, Colleen discusses the difference between LDL and HDL cholesterol and which foods truly impact your cholesterol levels the most, (hint, hint: it's more than eggs!) Plus, we'll discuss "hyper responders" – those individuals who seem more sensitive to dietary cholesterol. And you'll leave knowing exactly how to educate your patient on what to eat to optimize their heart health!Hit that follow button so you never miss an episode, and let's get started!Did you grab the free protein guide yet!? --> Download the FREE protein supplement infographic here.Check out Episode 38 | Love Your Heart for more nutrition tips for heart healthResources :https://www.ahajournals.org/doi/10.1161/CIR.0000000000000743https://www.lipidjournal.com/article/S1933-2874(22)00295-1/fulltexthttps://www.sciencedirect.com/science/article/pii/S2475299123154114#:~:text=Compared%20to%20zero%20eggs%2C%20hyper,no%20changes%20in%20small%20LDL https://www.dietaryguidelines.gov/sites/default/files/2020-12/Dietary_Guidelines_for_Americans_2020-2025.pdf Any Questions? Send Me a MessageSupport the showConnect with Colleen:InstagramLinkedInSign up for my FREE Newsletter - Nutrition hot-topics delivered to your inbox each week.Disclaimer: This podcast is a collection of ideas, strategies, and opinions of the author(s). Its goal is to provide useful information on each of the topics shared within. It is not intended to provide medical, health, or professional consultation or to diagnosis-specific weight or feeding challenges. The author(s) advises the reader to always consult with appropriate health, medical, and professional consultants for support for individual children and family situations. The author(s) do not take responsibility for the personal or other risks, loss, or liability incurred as a direct or indirect consequence of the application or use of information provided. All opinions stated in this podcast are my own and do not reflect the opinions of my employer.