The U.S. government is poised to withdraw longstanding warnings about cholesterol

Wonkblog reports The U.S. government is poised to withdraw longstanding warnings about cholesterol.

"The new view on cholesterol in the diet does not reverse warnings about high levels of 'bad' cholesterol in the blood, which have been linked to heart disease.  Moreover, some experts warned that people with particular health problems, such as diabetes, should continue to avoid cholesterol-rich diets.

But the finding, which may offer a measure of relief to breakfast diners who prefer eggs, follows an evolution of thinking among many nutritionists who now believe that for a healthy adult cholesterol intake may not significantly affect the level of cholesterol in the blood or increase the risk of heart disease. The greater danger, according to this line of thought, lies in foods heavy with trans fats and saturated fats."

They also have a Q&A, Should I binge on eggs for breakfast? Here’s what you need to know.