So what are all of you going to do with all your left over Easter eggs? If I were you I'd pitch them. Did you know eggs aren't really on the heart healthy list? Sure, if you listen the the Incredible Edible Egg campaign they'll tell you eggs have never been -specifically- linked to heart disease. Hmmm, sounds reassuring. So let's break this down a bit shall we?
1 large egg DOES give you these good things...
Riboflavin
Vitamin B12
Phosphorus
Protein
Selenium
Choline
Vitamin D
Unfortunately, that egg also has...
Lots of saturated fat
70 mg of sodium - salt is a no no.
And is LOADED in cholesterol - the lethal thing you're most trying to avoid.
So what to do? If you listen to my cardiac rehab professionals you'll just throw them out. A good goal to shoot for is no more then 2 whole eggs a week. Personally, I now buy egg whites in a carton and avoid whole eggs altogether. They tasted great and make one mean omelet! Sure, eggs have some good points but everything they promote can be found in other, healthier foods. When it's YOUR heart and YOUR arteries on the line why take the risk? Go forth and find protein elsewhere is my advice.
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