THERE has been another research project recently published suggesting that people who regularly eat eggs were at greater risk of heart disease due to their high cholesterol.

Cholesterol is actually essential for the body. It is fatty in consistency and doesn’t mix well with blood, so it travels around the body in its mode of transport called a lipoprotein.

HDL, aka high-density lipoprotein is often referred to as ‘good cholesterol’. It cleans up excess cholesterol and carries it to the liver to be flushed away.

LDL, aka low-density lipoprotein is otherwise known as ‘bad cholesterol’ because high levels can lead to a build-up of cholesterol in your arteries.

However, they also have a job to transfer cholesterol and fat from the liver to the rest of the body.

That said all medical professionals agree that maintaining healthy levels of cholesterol is best to help lower risk of heart disease.

Some of the best ways to help control blood cholesterol are to get and stay lean, higher bodyfat generally equates to higher cholesterol.

Eat a diet packed full of vegetables with smaller amounts of fruit, beans, nuts and seeds.

Limit the amount of processed foods, trans fat and dairy products in your diet.

Lastly, one of the best ways to boost your HDL is to exercise for a minimum of 30 minutes five times per week.

Eggs have had a bad reputation in the past and the main message is not to single out eggs as good or bad, but rather look at your diet as a whole in terms of variety and amount.

If in doubt or you have any questions always consult your GP first.

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