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For people who prefer simple, affordable foods, eggs are hard to beat.
When 3 Eggs a Day Might Not Be Ideal
Doctors caution that context matters. Eating three eggs daily as part of a balanced diet is very different from eating them alongside processed meats, refined carbs, and excess saturated fat.
You may want to moderate intake or consult a doctor if you:
- Have uncontrolled diabetes
- Have been advised to limit cholesterol
- Eat eggs mainly fried in butter or paired with processed meats
The Bottom Line
Most doctors agree: for healthy individuals, eating up to three eggs a day is generally safe and can be beneficial.
Eggs aren’t magic—but they’re not the villain they were once made out to be either. Like most foods, their impact depends on your overall diet, lifestyle, and health history.
As many doctors put it:
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