3. Satiety and Weight Management

Eggs help keep you full longer, which may reduce snacking and help with weight control—important for lowering the risk of high blood pressure, atherosclerosis, and other vascular conditions.

Considerations: Cholesterol and Saturated Fat

1. Dietary Cholesterol Is Not a Big Concern for Most

One boiled egg has about 186 mg of cholesterol, mostly in the yolk.

Research now shows that dietary cholesterol has minimal impact on blood cholesterol for most people.

The 2020–2025 U.S. Dietary Guidelines no longer set a limit on dietary cholesterol, but recommend moderation.

However:

People with type 2 diabetes, familial hypercholesterolemia, or a history of heart disease may need to limit egg yolk intake.

In such cases, talk to a healthcare provider.