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Yahoo
31-07-2025
- Health
- Yahoo
New Study Confirms What We've Known About Eggs' Health Impacts All Along
We've known for a while that the idea that eggs are full of "bad" cholesterol isn't exactly accurate. A new study confirms these findings, showing that you should really focus on how much saturated fat you're consuming alongside your morning eggs. And as it turns out, it's often the foods you eat with eggs that are high in saturated fats, thus raise the "bad" cholesterol content in your body, not the eggs themselves. Eggs' reputation have certainly been through the wringer over the past two decades. For years, there were concerns that a regular egg habit would raise your cholesterol, prompting a wave of egg white recipes. But the nutritional community has largely started to change its tune on these great little sources of protein, stating that the cholesterol concerns might have been a tad overblown. Now, new research published in The American Journal of Clinical Nutrition is providing scientific evidence that supports the idea that you don't need to stress about eggs' cholesterol content. Instead, you should be concerned about the saturated fat that's often present in high quantities in foods that usually go with eggs, according to the findings. It's important to point out that the study was funded by the Egg Nutrition Center, which is a division of the American Egg Board. However, the study notes that the board didn't have a role in the study's design, analysis, or interpretation of the data. Here's what experts make of the new findings, and what they mean for your egg habit. Meet the experts: Sonya Angelone, RDN, is a nutritionist and registered dietitian based in San Francisco, California; Scott Keatley, RD, is co-owner of Keatley Medical Nutrition Therapy; Matthew Black, RDN, LD, is a dietitian at The Ohio State University Wexner Medical Center What did the study find? The randomized controlled study followed 61 adults and assigned them one of three diets to follow for five weeks. One group had diet that was high in cholesterol, low in saturated fat, and involved eating two eggs a day. Another had people eat an egg-free diet that was low in cholesterol and high in saturated fat. The final group followed a diet that was high in cholesterol, high in saturated fat, and involved eating one egg per week. (This was the control group.) The researchers discovered that people who ate two eggs a day lowered their LDL ('bad') cholesterol compared to the control group. The egg-free group didn't have the same results. The researchers also found that it seems to be the saturated fats that are found in foods like bacon and sausage that are usually eaten with eggs that actually raise LDL cholesterol levels—not the eggs themselves. 'Saturated fat, not dietary cholesterol, elevates LDL cholesterol,' the researchers wrote. 'Compared with consuming a high-saturated fat diet with only one egg a week, consuming two eggs daily as part of a low-saturated fat diet lowers LDL concentrations, which may reduce cardiovascular disease risk.' 'This study's core claim does track with what we've been seeing over the past decade: Saturated fat has a stronger impact on LDL cholesterol than dietary cholesterol,' says Scott Keatley, RD, co-owner of Keatley Medical Nutrition Therapy. 'This is backed by multiple meta-analyses and guidelines have been shifting away from blaming eggs alone and more toward the dietary context in which eggs are eaten.' Why is cholesterol content not actually something to worry about? While people love to hate on cholesterol, it actually has a role in the body. 'Cholesterol is an essential nutrient that has many roles, including functioning as a precursor to hormones and contributing to the integrity of cellular membranes,' says Sonya Angelone, RDN, a nutritionist and registered dietitian based in San Francisco, California. 'This is why your liver produces cholesterol.' Eggs are the primary source of dietary cholesterol, but when you consume more and more cholesterol in your diet, your liver produces less to compensate for the higher amount you're consuming, Angelone explains. 'If you eat less cholesterol, your liver tends to produce more cholesterol,' she says. 'Research has not provided strong evidence that dietary cholesterol, especially from eggs, increases blood levels of cholesterol or increases risk for heart disease.' Consuming dietary cholesterol from eggs as part of a low saturated fat diet does not seem to raise LDL cholesterol levels, according to the study findings. 'The risk for heart disease comes mainly from the other foods on the breakfast plate, like sausage or bacon,' Angelone says. Keatley points this out, too: 'When we're talking about fat and cholesterol, we're only talking about the yolk. Egg whites can and should be on the menu now.' Why should you focus on lowering the amount of saturated fats you're consuming? Scientific data increasing show that saturated fat can be an issue when it comes to your LDL cholesterol levels. 'Current research suggests that saturated fat is the primary component in one's diet that raises 'bad' LDL cholesterol,' says Matthew Black, RDN, LD, a dietitian at The Ohio State University Wexner Medical Center. 'Additional research also indicates that diets too high in saturated fats can contribute towards developing cellular inflammation and insulin resistance, which is a metabolic condition in which your body's cells do not respond to insulin as efficiently as they should, leading to possible health problems including type 2 diabetes and difficulty losing or maintaining a healthy weight.' Saturated fats also tend to be found in highly processed foods, which are also known to raise LDL cholesterol, Angelone says. Why are eggs so healthy for your diet? Eggs pack a pretty good health punch, and are great for a variety of reasons. 'Containing about 6.5 grams of protein each, eggs are not only considered a complete protein, containing all nine essential amino acids, but they are also regarded as having high bioavailability [the extent to which the nutrients in food are absorbed and utilized by the body], due to their ease of digestibility and absorption,' Black says. Whole eggs, i.e. the yolk and egg white, also contain include essential vitamins and minerals like vitamins A,D,E, and K, B12, iron, and selenium, Black adds. And according to Angelone, the yolks are a good source of iron, containing carotenoids lutein and zeaxanthin, which promote eye health. That's not all! Eggs are also a rich source of choline, a nutrient that supports brain health and isn't found in large amounts in other foods, Angelone says. Dietitians just recommend being mindful of what you're serving up alongside those eggs. 'Overall, if you're healthy and eating eggs as part of a diet that's otherwise low in saturated fat, you're probably just fine,' Keatley says. 'But if those eggs are served with buttered toast, bacon, and sausage, then the eggs alone aren't the issue, but they're not a health halo either. Context is everything.' 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Medical News Today
20-07-2025
- Health
- Medical News Today
Eating 1 egg per week linked to lower Alzheimer's risk, study finds
A study finds that eating eggs is associated with a reduced risk of developing Alzheimer's brain autopsies, the scientists also showed that those who ate eggs more regularly had less protein buildup in the brain associated with Alzheimer' researchers conclude that this link may be due to eggs' choline and omega-3 have been a dietary staple since before humans evolved to be humans. Although they are packed with nutrients, relatively cost-effective, and easy to source, they have been the subject of much controversy in the health and wellness domain over the years.A study whose results appear in The Journal of Nutrition, however, may help reestablish their good reputation. According to the authors, eating one egg per week was associated with a 47% reduction in Alzheimer's risk compared with eating eggs less than once each month. They also showed that those eating eggs had a reduced buildup of the toxic proteins associated with Alzheimer' we get into the details, we should mention that some of the authors received funding from the Egg Nutrition Center, 'the science and nutrition education division of the American Egg Board.'The trouble with eggs: Are they good or bad for health?Are eggs good for you or bad for you? One hundred years ago, and for thousands of years before that, eggs were considered essential. Nutrient-dense and rich in protein and micronutrients, eggs were a staple throughout the a few decades ago, scientists found that high levels of cholesterol in the blood were a risk factor for heart disease, so high-cholesterol eggs were pushed to the naughty as nutrition science progressed, it became clear that dietary cholesterol did not significantly impact blood levels of to this new understanding, and a healthy dose of research funding from the Egg Nutrition Center, eggs were edged slowly back into saturated fat content, though, is still a concern, so eggs are still partially sidelined. Still, they are likely much healthier than many of the low-fat, highly processed snacks that have replaced eggs in modern kitchens. In fact, eggs contain all essential trace most nutritionists and associated experts have a relatively neutral view of eggs. In general, the advice is that they can form a part of a healthy, well-balanced diet, but at the same time, eating multiple eggs per day could be and Alzheimer's: What is the link?Alzheimer's is the most common form of dementia, and despite decades of research, there is no cure, and treatments that can slow the disease are severely that reason, understanding the lifestyle factors associated with increased risk is essential. In this vein, many scientists are focusing on dietary research has shown that choline is important for cognitive function. It has also identified a potential link between moderate choline intake and a reduced risk of dementia. As the authors of the latest study explain, eggs are the 'top food source' of choline, so they are worth investigating. Choline has many important functions; for instance, it is a precursor to the neurotransmitter acetylcholine, plays a pivotal role in cell membranes, and has neuroprotective powers. Also, as the authors explain, 'choline modulates the expression of key genes related to memory, learning, and cognitive functions via epigenetic mechanisms.'Although our body can synthesise choline, it cannot synthesize enough to meet all the body's needs, so some must be taken in with our diet. Aside from choline, eggs contain essential omega-3 fatty acids, which support brain health as we age. Worryingly, studies show that the majority of adults in the United States do not consume enough of these essential fatty facts led the authors of the new study to investigate links between egg consumption and Alzheimer's risk and less protein buildupThe recent study included data from 1,024 older adults with an average age of 81.4. All participants lived in retirement communities and residential facilities in Illinois. They attended yearly checkups and completed food frequency questionnaires, and the researchers followed them for an average of 6.7 years. During this time, a little over one-quarter of them developed Alzheimer's analysis, the scientists found that individuals who consumed at least one egg per week had a 47% reduced risk of developing Alzheimer's during follow-up compared with those eating one egg per month or the second part of their study, they looked at the post-mortem brains of 578 participants. They found that those who ate one or more eggs each week were more likely to have less Alzheimer's-associated protein and omega-3 synergyOverall, the authors suggest that consuming at least one egg per week may help reduce the risk of Alzheimer's. They explain that the choline and omega-3s in eggs might have a 'synergistic' effect, whereby they join forces to protect brain health during News Today spoke to Christopher U. Missling, PhD, president and CEO of Anavex Life Sciences, who was not involved in the study. Missling explained that:'About 39–40% of the protective effect was explained by higher dietary choline intake. Egg yolks also contain omega-3 fatty acids, which have known neuroprotective properties. The combination of choline and omega-3s may be particularly beneficial for brain health.'The study authors also point to previous research demonstrating that people with Alzheimer's are more likely to be deficient in omega-3s and the scientists conclude that, 'once replicated in other prospective cohorts and confirmed by clinical trials, these findings may have important public health implications for reducing the population's risk of [Alzheimer's].'If the results are replicated, this could be a very useful, low-cost intervention. MNT also spokle with Maddie Gallivan, RD, a registered dietitian who was likewise not involved in the recent study.'Eggs are often a go-to food for older adults, as they're soft in texture, which can be helpful for those with dentures, quick to prepare, and packed with key nutrients,' Gallivan explained. 'So it's great to see a study focussing on how they may support cognitive health in later life.'Limitations and future researchHowever, the study does have certain limitations. For instance, they only had a relatively short follow-up — just 6.7 years. This, as the authors explain, increases the risk of reverse causality. 'The study population consisted of older adults from the Rush Memory and Aging Project, a specific U.S.-based cohort,' Missling told MNT. 'The findings may not generalize to younger populations or those from different cultural or dietary backgrounds.'He also reminded us that 'dietary intake was assessed through self-reported food frequency questionnaires, which are subject to recall bias and inaccuracies.' So, participants may not have accurately reported or remembered their egg consumption.'It's important to remember that no single food acts in isolation,' Gallivan told us, 'and it's our overall dietary pattern that really counts. A varied, nutrient-dense diet rich in whole foods is key to supporting brain health and reducing dementia risk.'For now, if you like eggs, enjoy them. They may reduce your dementia risk, but if not, they will certainly provide you with a good dose of protein and a healthy range of micronutrients.
Entrepreneur
13-06-2025
- Business
- Entrepreneur
I Wish Every Entrepreneur Had a Dad Like Mine — Here's Why
I learned entrepreneurship by silently observing everything my dad did; a true businessman through and through. Here's why I wish every entrepreneur had a dad like mine. Opinions expressed by Entrepreneur contributors are their own. Most kids learn their first business lesson behind a lemonade stand. I learned mine by silently observing everything my Dad did; a true businessman through and through. My Dad spent his career in finance and leadership, ultimately serving as CEO of an agricultural company doing $1 billion in annual sales and chairing the American Egg Board in Chicago. Another interesting part of his background comes from his two-year volunteer service mission in Argentina, and lead guitarist and singer in a rock band! He grew up in the 60s and 70s in Long Beach, California, and raised four kids in Orange County, CA, while having business experience all over the U.S. That unique résumé turned our dinner table into the world's most fascinating MBA program. Between bites of omelettes (his company sold eggs) and bacon, he'd share business leadership lessons through stories of his experiences at work. Most importantly, Dad lived every principle he preached. He didn't only teach business; he modeled high character. When we visited their headquarters with him, we watched him walk through the warehouse and speak Spanish with all the workers there, building relationships and checking on his people. He'd then be able to switch gears and get into a board room for a large acquisition meeting, all without changing who he was. His example shaped the way I lead and, later, parent my five children. So this Father's Day, I'm distilling three lessons he modeled so consistently that they've become the operating system for my business ventures and, more importantly, my busy family of seven. Related: My Kids Got Me the Best Father's Day Present Ever. Here's How Lesson #1. Kindness wins Dad never believed that old saying, "nice guys finish last." From the farm workers to the C-suite executives, he spoke to everyone with the same steady respect. And that wasn't a tactic he switched on for business; it's just who he is. "You don't have to be selfish to win and get to the top," he'd always say. That made me understand that people feel valued, while respect naturally lowers friction in teams and raises results — a simple cause and effect. I bring the same approach to my companies. We screen for character as carefully as skill, and we track how well teammates help one another, not just how they affect the bottom line. When people know they can raise a concern without blame, we resolve issues before they grow costly. When business vendors see that we honor every agreement, they call us first when supplies are tight. Treating people well is a life motto that actually leads to business growth, because your people are your greatest assets in business. At home, the rule stays the same. Our kids thank referees, greet the school custodian, and mail thank-you notes to their grandparents and neighbors. They're starting to see that genuine courtesy comes back around — in friendships, in opportunities, and in the way they feel about themselves. That's not charity; that's how you build a life with a strong foundation. Related: 5 Reasons Why Kindness Has Become the Key to My Happiness, Both in Business and in Life Lesson #2. Wife comes first When my mother was diagnosed with a rare, fast-progressing form of Parkinson's at the young age of 60, Dad stepped down from day-to-day operations without a second thought. Friends called it "early retirement." He called it "loving my bride." He learned her medication schedule, how to interpret her struggling sentences, adapted their daily schedule to accommodate her needs and still finds ways to take her on dates and occasional trips. Seeing him take care of my mom reinforces how important a strong marriage relationship is. That steady devotion reminds me that success in business is hollow if the person who believed in you first is relegated to second place in your life. His example redefines life's priorities for me and my younger sisters. Dad chose Mom over the boardroom; he showed us what strength really looks like: presence, patience and even some humor during the hard times. That model now guides decisions I make as a husband and as the father of five active kids. Date nights for the following month go on the calendar before I accept business appointments. If my wife calls or texts during work, I'm going to check what she needs and reply. Children are definitely watching. They know my wife and I don't have a perfect relationship, but they also know it's our most important relationship. And that makes their world just a little more secure. Put your spouse first, and you give your kids a living master class in long-term commitment. They'll carry that lesson into their marriages and workplaces long after the Father's Day cards are recycled. That's the legacy my Dad handed me, and it's the one I'm determined to pass on. Lesson #3. Be present for your kids Before he was a well-known CEO, he was simply my Dad. I never wondered whether he'd show up to a game. He'd roar into the driveway still wearing dress shoes, loosen his tie, grab his catcher's mitt and catch my fastballs until the sun went down. The next night, he'd be rebounding and passing me shots as I practiced hundreds of free throws and three-pointers on the basketball court. That willingness to invest in my hobbies said, "I'm here, and you matter." That message still echoes louder than any pep talk he could've given me. Now it's my turn. We've got five kids, each playing one to two sports at a competitive level, and one guiding rule: if they're competing, I'm in the crowd cheering for them. Client calls and appointments can come anytime, but not during their games. When an email dings while my daughter steps up to the free-throw line, the inbox waits. Inside my businesses, we mirror the rhythm, family-friendly office hours, outcome goals, and "kids-welcome" during breaks. Most wealth management firms expect 50-60 hours from each employee. Our offices are open 8 am to 3 pm, Monday through Friday. Yet productivity hasn't fallen; loyalty and commitment have skyrocketed. People protect a workplace that protects their families and their personal lives. I'm playing the same long game, hoping one day my kids (and employees) will pass it forward — and challenge their teams to do the same. Related: How Do You Balance Being a Dad and a CEO? Stitching the values together Kindness at the office, devotion to my wife, and hands-on parenting aren't three random slogans to be written in an article or spoken on a stage; they're gears in the same flywheel. Treat people right at work, and you come home with empathy instead of exhaustion. Guard your marriage, and your mind stays clear enough to bet on bold ideas. Show up for your kids, and you sharpen the patience and time management that make your clients feel seen. Everyone notices. Business relationships make sure to take great care of us. Teammates show up before work "officially" starts in the morning. My kids and wife know that we carve out family time for meals, vacations and important family events… and that precious time won't get compromised for any kind of business opportunity. Passing the torch Father's Day lasts a Sunday; fatherhood runs year-round. Even if you didn't grow up with a dad like mine, you can still run his playbook starting tomorrow morning. Thank the back-office hero nobody sees or acknowledges. Circle a date night with your spouse and defend it like it's the most important night in the world. Plant yourself on the sidelines or the bleachers and cheer until your voice cracks. The market may pay for speed and clap for your hustle and grind, but it never forgets character. Neither will your kids. So let's lead with both and give the next generation a reason to say, "I wish every entrepreneur had a dad like mine."
Korea Herald
22-04-2025
- Politics
- Korea Herald
Trump greets people for Easter celebration
WASHINGTON (AP) — President Donald Trump welcomed tens of thousands of people Monday to the White House Easter egg roll, saying the overcast weather meant no one would have to worry about getting sunburned. He thanked the National Park Service for how "spiffy" everything looked. More than 40,000 people were expected to participate, he said. "Happy Easter to everyone," the president said, flanked on the White House balcony by his wife, first lady Melania Trump, and an Easter bunny mascot. "It was a beautiful day yesterday, and it's a beautiful day today. We don't have to worry about sunburn but ... it looks like it's not going to be raining." The president and first lady visited the egg roll area, where he blew a gold-toned whistle stamped with the presidential seal to start a few races. They also spent time at a station where kids wrote cards to service members. Melania Trump later read "Bunny with a Big Heart" at a reading area. It's a story about a forgetful rabbit who gets injured, must stay in bed and learns to be kinder to his family. Wooden spoon-wielding children competed against each other to guide hard-boiled eggs dyed pink, blue, yellow or green across a patch of the lawn to a finish line. In some cases, eggs were lobbed into the air instead of rolled across the grass, and at least one wooden spoon went flying through the air. The participants included some of Trump's grandchildren — son Don Jr.'s children. A special station promoting next year's 250th anniversary of America's founding provided opportunities to sign a mini-Declaration of Independence or dress up as Founding Fathers. The daylong event featured multiple activity stations, live performances and story times. Trump gave a "special thank you" to his wife for her work organizing the annual event. "I also want to thank the National Park Service," he said. "The job they do in making everything so beautiful and spiffy, and I'm very difficult when it comes to that. I will tell you, very very difficult. ... They have done an incredible job. You just have to look around and see" The American Egg Board, which has participated in the Easter egg roll for nearly 50 years and has been a lead sponsor for the past decade, donated 30,000 eggs that were hand-dyed by board staff and volunteers, said Emily Metz, board president and CEO. She said the board understands the frustration felt by egg farmers and consumers over the egg shortage caused by the spread of avian flu and how expensive it's become to buy a dozen . Metz said the 2,500 dozen eggs given to the White House were small and medium, sizes not typically sold by retailers, so they will not further strain the supply or contribute to even higher prices. Nearly 9 million dozen eggs are sold daily in the United States, she said. "We feel like we need to take a moment to celebrate where we can, and you cannot have Easter without eggs. And you cannot have the White House Easter egg roll without real eggs," Metz said in an interview. Trump also included topics unrelated to Easter in his brief remarks, like recruitment gains for the military and police and fire departments. He said religion "is coming back to America." The egg roll is one of the oldest White House traditions, dating to to 1878 and the presidency of Rutherford B. Hayes. He opened the lawn to children after Congress banned them from rolling eggs on the grounds of the Capitol.
NBC News
22-04-2025
- Politics
- NBC News
Trump defends Pete Hegseth after new reporting on a second Signal group chat
The White House Easter Egg Roll will take place on the South Lawn today. Trump said yesterday he'll be there, adding that he is expecting 40,000 people to attend. He said all funds from the event will go to the White House Historical Association. The event, a tradition dating back to 1878, uses real eggs — a plan that the White House won't be scrambling this year despite concerns over egg prices. The White House is expected to use around 30,000 eggs for decoration and games in the festivities, and this year marks the first time it will exclusively use small and medium eggs that are not sold at markets. American Egg Board president Emily Metz previously said in a statement to NBC News that those 30,000 eggs 'represent a very small percentage of the nearly nine million dozen eggs sold at grocers and other retailers across the country each day.'
