Eggs with Spinach & Carrots

This vegetarian egg recipe makes for a great breakfast, lunch, or even light dinner. 

For many years, folks who were concerned about cholesterol avoided eggs. This thinking has since changed, and in 2015, the Dietary Guidelines for Americans removed a 300 mg daily upper limit for cholesterol from their recommendations, in line with the American Heart Association and the American College of Cardiology. 

One egg has 13 essential vitamins and minerals, high-quality protein, and the antioxidants lutein and zeaxanthin for about 70 calories, depending on the size of the egg. Eggs are also one of the few natural foods that are a good source of vitamin D, which was identified as a nutrient of concern for under-consumption and necessary for bone health. 

High cholesterol can be managed with a diet that’s rich in fruits and vegetables, fiber, eating fatty fish, and healthy fats (such as those found in avocados, nuts, and seeds). Reducing your intake of simple sugars as well as saturated and trans fats, like those found in fried foods and baked goods will also help. Maintaining or achieving a healthy weight while being physically active also promotes healthy cholesterol levels.