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What will happen if you eat too many eggs?

Asked by:Chelsea

Asked on:Apr 02, 2026 10:19 AM

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  • Georgia Georgia

    Apr 02, 2026

      egg The nutritional content of eggs is relatively comprehensive and balanced, and almost all the nutrients needed by the human body are present. Whether it is egg white or egg yolk, their protein physiological value is extremely high, and it is easy to digest and absorb, and the utilization rate can reach more than 95%. However, due to insufficient understanding of eggs, people have entered into many misunderstandings when eating them. Experts remind everyone that eating eggs should be particular. Eating eggs scientifically has many benefits, but eating them improperly may also lead to poisoning.

      Egg yolk is rich in lecithin, which is a powerful emulsifier that can make cholesterol and fat particles extremely fine, smoothly pass through the blood vessel wall and be fully utilized by cells, thereby reducing cholesterol in the blood. Moreover, the lecithin in the egg yolk can release choline after digestion and enter the blood to synthesize acetylcholine. nerve The main substance of transmitter can improve brain function and enhance memory.

      However, although eggs are good, they should not be eaten in excess. Some elderly people who are physically weak, recovering from serious illness, and pregnant women eat large amounts of eggs to enhance their physical fitness. However, the effect is often not obvious, and side effects may even occur, such as abdominal distension, dizziness, weakness in the limbs, and in severe cases, coma. Modern medicine calls it "protein toxicity syndrome".

      Eggs are a high-protein food. If eaten too much, it can lead to an increase in metabolites and increase the burden on the kidneys. Protein intake should be calculated based on the body's protein digestion and absorption functions. Generally speaking, one tablet per day is suitable for children and the elderly, and two tablets per day for teenagers and adults. Under normal circumstances, it is enough for pregnant women to eat about 3 eggs a day. If a weak person eats a lot of eggs, it will increase the burden on the digestive system. If you eat more eggs, the protein content in your body will be too high, causing abnormal decomposition in the intestines and producing a large amount of ammonia, which is harmful to the human body.

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