Dr. Eric Berg explains that egg yolks have long been misunderstood as a food that "clogs blood vessels" and is "high in cholesterol," but in fact, egg yolks are a superfood with extremely high nutrient density, especially important for people on ketogenic diets or intermittent fasting .
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Egg yolk vs. egg white: huge nutritional differences
Egg whites have low nutritional density, so the yolk is the key ingredient. Egg yolks contain essential fatty acids that the human body cannot produce on its own . Moreover, if you choose free-range organic eggs , the ratio of Omega-6 to Omega-3 is 1:1 , which has a strong anti-inflammatory effect. In contrast, commercial eggs have a ratio as high as 10:1 , which can easily cause inflammation .
Vitamin K2 : Removes Misplaced Calcium
Egg yolks are rich in potassium (K2) , which helps strengthen bones and also helps move calcium from blood vessels and joints back to the bones, preventing calcium from depositing and displacing .
Choline : Protects the liver, protects the brain, and promotes bowel movements .
- Egg The choline content is 10 times that of broccoli.
- It helps prevent fatty liver and may even "remove" fat from the liver.
- Supports brain function and nerve conduction
- Improves constipation and helps the digestive system function .
Fat-soluble vitamins all
Egg yolks are one of the few foods that contain A , D , E , K1 , and K2 simultaneously .
- A : Eyes, skin, nasal mucosa
- D : Bone health
- E : Cardiac protection
- K1 : Blood clotting function
B vitamins, iron, and zinc: Energy + Immunity + Hair Growth
- Biotin : Improves hair loss and supports protein synthesis
- Folic acid, vitamin B5 , and vitamin B6 : boost metabolism and produce energy.
- Iron: High absorption rate, superior to plant-based iron
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Zinc: Stabilizes blood sugar, strengthens immunity, and aids in protein synthesis.
Phospholipids : Cell Membrane Guardians
- Constructing the cellular lipid bilayer
- Protect cells and regulate the entry and exit of substances
- Supports mitochondrial (energy factory) and hormonal functions
- Cell membrane damage → root cause of many diseases
Glutathione + HDL ( good cholesterol)
- Egg yolks can increase glutathione levels → a powerful antioxidant that protects the liver.
- Increase HDL (good cholesterol) → Support cardiovascular health
In conclusion: Don't assume that "egg yolks = clogged blood vessels" anymore; knowing how to choose eggs is the key to true health.
Dr. Berg eats four whole eggs daily as his main lunch. Egg yolks are the most comprehensive source of nutrition on the ketogenic diet, providing protein, healthy fats, vitamins, and minerals, meeting a variety of bodily needs at once . Starting today, an organic egg yolk, a serving of choline, and an anti-inflammatory diet will lay a solid foundation for your health ! Don't be misled by the myth that "egg yolks = unhealthy." Knowing how to choose, absorb, and understand nutrition is the key to true health!
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