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In Washington, D.C., an old priest lay dying in the hospital. For
years he had faithfully served the people of the nation's capital and
was well known among the elected officials. He motioned for his nurse
to come near.
"Yes, Father?" said the nurse.
"I would really like to see President Obama and Senator Reid before I
die," whispered the priest.
"I'll see what I can do, Father," replied the nurse.
The nurse sent the request to the President and Congress and waited
for a response.
Soon the word arrived; President Obama and Harry Reid would be
delighted to visit the priest.
As they went to the hospital, Obama commented to Reid, "I don't know
why the old priest wants to see us, but it will certainly help our
images.” Reid agreed that it was a good thing.
When they arrived at the priest's room, the priest took Obama's hand
in his right hand and Reid's hand in his left hand. There was silence
and a look of serenity on the old priest's face.
Finally President Obama spoke. "Father, of all the people you could
have chosen, why did you choose us to be with you as you near the
end?"
The old priest slowly replied, "I have always tried to pattern my life
after our Lord and Saviour Jesus Christ."
"Amen", said Obama. "Amen", said Reid.
The old priest continued, "Jesus died between two lying thieves; I
would like to do the same."
The TRUTH About Eggs And Heart Health
Some people believe that eggs may be a food that leads to heart disease – just because of the cholesterol content that is found in the yolk.
And, if you’re at risk for heart disease – or just want to reduce your risk – than chances are you’re avoiding eggs like the plague.
So, are eggs THAT bad for you? Is popular opinion correct about the wonderful, edible egg?
Eggs and Heart Health
People today are worried about heart disease – and with good reason.
Heart disease is still the number ONE killer in the world.
But, do eggs really increase your risk for heart disease? Yes, they DO contain cholesterol, but is it enough to seriously alter YOUR cholesterol levels?
The answer may surprise you: That’s NOT what the actual research says!
Here are TWO benefits of eggs as they relate to heart health that you may not know:
1. Lowers Blood Pressure
One risk factor for heart disease happens to be high blood pressure.
And, in one clinical study, eggs were shown to, wait for it, LOWER blood pressure.
The egg whites (very high-quality protein) possess a peptide that acts very similar to ACE inhibitors (or your popular blood pressure lowering medications).
The conclusion: “egg white protein peptides may be useful to prevent or treat hypertension.”
2. Changes Cholesterol Levels – for the BETTER!
Some people feel that eggs – due to the high cholesterol in the yolk – may lead to heart disease.
However, there are many studies that show eggs are NOT a cause of heart disease, but actually improve heart health.
In fact, one study found that reducing your intake of carbohydrates, and including eggs, may lead to improvements in HDL cholesterol – therefore, providing BENEFIT to heart health.
So, do you think eggs cause heart disease? Clinical studies may say NO!
Do Eggs Cause Heart Disease?
Although eggs do contain some level of cholesterol in the yolks, there is very little direct evidence that eggs cause heart disease.
In fact, eggs may help IMPROVE heart health by lowering blood pressure and increasing heart-protecting HDL cholesterol.
Not to mention, eggs are a high-quality protein and have plenty of antioxidants, choline, and other nutrients that can lead to weight loss and other health improvements.
If you want to improve heart health, including eggs may make that process that much easier.
References:
American Chemical Society (2013. April 9). New evidence that egg white protein may help blood pressure.
Mutungi G, Ratliff J, PPuglisi M, Torres-Gonzalez M, Vaishnav U, Leite JO, Quann E, Volek JS, Fernandez ML. Dietary Cholesterol from Eggs Increased Plasma HDL Cholesterol in Overweight Men Consuming a Carbohydrate-Restricted Diet. J Nutr. 2008 Feb;188(2):272-276.
And, if you’re at risk for heart disease – or just want to reduce your risk – than chances are you’re avoiding eggs like the plague.
So, are eggs THAT bad for you? Is popular opinion correct about the wonderful, edible egg?
Eggs and Heart Health
People today are worried about heart disease – and with good reason.
Heart disease is still the number ONE killer in the world.
But, do eggs really increase your risk for heart disease? Yes, they DO contain cholesterol, but is it enough to seriously alter YOUR cholesterol levels?
The answer may surprise you: That’s NOT what the actual research says!
Here are TWO benefits of eggs as they relate to heart health that you may not know:
1. Lowers Blood Pressure
One risk factor for heart disease happens to be high blood pressure.
And, in one clinical study, eggs were shown to, wait for it, LOWER blood pressure.
The egg whites (very high-quality protein) possess a peptide that acts very similar to ACE inhibitors (or your popular blood pressure lowering medications).
The conclusion: “egg white protein peptides may be useful to prevent or treat hypertension.”
2. Changes Cholesterol Levels – for the BETTER!
Some people feel that eggs – due to the high cholesterol in the yolk – may lead to heart disease.
However, there are many studies that show eggs are NOT a cause of heart disease, but actually improve heart health.
In fact, one study found that reducing your intake of carbohydrates, and including eggs, may lead to improvements in HDL cholesterol – therefore, providing BENEFIT to heart health.
So, do you think eggs cause heart disease? Clinical studies may say NO!
Do Eggs Cause Heart Disease?
Although eggs do contain some level of cholesterol in the yolks, there is very little direct evidence that eggs cause heart disease.
In fact, eggs may help IMPROVE heart health by lowering blood pressure and increasing heart-protecting HDL cholesterol.
Not to mention, eggs are a high-quality protein and have plenty of antioxidants, choline, and other nutrients that can lead to weight loss and other health improvements.
If you want to improve heart health, including eggs may make that process that much easier.
References:
American Chemical Society (2013. April 9). New evidence that egg white protein may help blood pressure.
Mutungi G, Ratliff J, PPuglisi M, Torres-Gonzalez M, Vaishnav U, Leite JO, Quann E, Volek JS, Fernandez ML. Dietary Cholesterol from Eggs Increased Plasma HDL Cholesterol in Overweight Men Consuming a Carbohydrate-Restricted Diet. J Nutr. 2008 Feb;188(2):272-276.
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