When should I start worrying about my cholesterol?

I’m 15, and I eat two eggs just about everyday. (Every school day, at least.) I looked at the egg carton and it said one egg contains 79% cholesterol daily value. So that means I go over the recommended amount of cholesterol in my first meal! I was just wondering, is two eggs five days a week bad? Should I stop? People have told me that I’m young and I shouldn’t worry about my cholesterol at this age, if so, when should I start?

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Best Answer: High Cholesterol levels are often genetic. If either of your parents have elevated Cholesterol levels, then it may not be a bad idea (the next time you have blood-work) to have a base-line cholesterol check.My dad has very high cholesterol (made by the body) and I was tested as a teenager. I've been on medication since I was 17.If you are concerned that you are eating too many eggs, then cut the amount down to a few times a week.

4 Comments

  • robert w
    October 5, 2008 | Permalink |

    no time like the present

  • atg28
    October 5, 2008 | Permalink |

    No, I do not want to sound like a skeptic of controversies, but you need to personally get tested for your cholesterol before you raise concern.

    Having a high cholesterol is genetically determined and independent of weight or diet. I am overweight and eat many, many eggs a week as a low-calorie nutritious meal to help lose weight. I have had my cholesterol tested many times even after eating a dozen eggs over several days with little affect to my blood health. Keeping cholesterol within your system depends on genetics solely typically.

  • Cindi W
    October 5, 2008 | Permalink |

    High Cholesterol levels are often genetic. If either of your parents have elevated Cholesterol levels, then it may not be a bad idea (the next time you have blood-work) to have a base-line cholesterol check.

    My dad has very high cholesterol (made by the body) and I was tested as a teenager. I’ve been on medication since I was 17.

    If you are concerned that you are eating too many eggs, then cut the amount down to a few times a week.

  • oh yeah & i am snazy♥
    October 5, 2008 | Permalink |

    yeah i wouldn’t worry about it.
    your a teen….so am i.
    i dont worry :]
    start to worry when your about like 30?

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