How many eggs should you eat per week?

1. Adults

You can eat 7 eggs a week without worrying about cardiovascular problems.

If you’re on a heart-healthy diet, limit to a maximum of 1 egg per day.

2. Those with health problems

Type 2 diabetes: Maximum 1 egg per day and 5 eggs per week.

Cardiovascular disease or high risk:

– If you are on a diet low in saturated fat: 7 eggs per week.

– If you have a normal diet: 3-4 eggs per week, no more than 4 yolks.
High LDL cholesterol:

– Maximum 1 egg per day, 7 eggs per week, but ideally only 4 eggs per week.
Metabolic syndrome: Maximum 6 eggs per week if you are on a diet low in saturated fat.

3. Elderly

1 egg a day, can eat more if healthy.

However, eating 5–6 eggs per week can increase the risk of heart disease by 30%.

4. Pregnant women

3-4 eggs per week if healthy.

If you have diabetes or pregnancy-related problems, see a doctor.

5. Children

– 6-7 months: 1/2 egg yolk per meal, 2-3 meals per week.

– 8-12 months: 1 egg yolk per meal, no more than 4 yolks per week.

– 1-2 years: 3-4 eggs per week.

– Over 2 years: Eat according to preference, but no more than 1 egg per day.

Note: The number of eggs should be adjusted according to personal health status and overall diet to ensure maximum benefit.