Are egg whites healthier?
On One Hand: Heart HealthyEgg whites are considered healthier than egg yolks because the whites have far less cholesterol than the yolks. Egg yolks should be avoided by those who have high cholesterol.On the Other: What You LoseRemove the yolk from the picture, and you lose much of the egg’s nutritional value. Egg yolks are high in calcium, phosphorus, folate and vitamins A and D, as well as the omega-3 fatty acid DHA.Bottom LineEgg whites are considered healthier than egg yolks if you have a cholesterol problem. If you don’t, egg yolks are a good source of protein, vitamins and minerals.
