{"id":5413,"date":"2026-03-03T07:00:15","date_gmt":"2026-03-03T12:00:15","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.chaneyhealth.com\/healthtips\/?p=5413"},"modified":"2026-02-20T21:47:50","modified_gmt":"2026-02-21T02:47:50","slug":"do-eggs-prevent-cognitive-decline","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.chaneyhealth.com\/healthtips\/do-eggs-prevent-cognitive-decline\/","title":{"rendered":"Do Eggs Prevent Cognitive Decline?"},"content":{"rendered":"<h2 style=\"text-align: center;\"><span style=\"color: #008000;\"><strong>Are Eggs Brain Food?<\/strong><\/span><\/h2>\n<p style=\"text-align: center;\"><strong>Author: Dr. Stephen Chaney<\/strong><strong>\u00a0<\/strong><\/p>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/www.chaneyhealth.com\/healthtips\/is-fructose-good-for-you-or-bad-for-you\/evil-villian-moustache-man\/#main\" rel=\"attachment wp-att-4147\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignleft size-medium wp-image-4147\" src=\"https:\/\/www.chaneyhealth.com\/healthtips\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/12\/Villain-Depositphotos_5730495_m-2015-300x300.jpg\" alt=\"Villain\" width=\"300\" height=\"300\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.chaneyhealth.com\/healthtips\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/12\/Villain-Depositphotos_5730495_m-2015-300x300.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.chaneyhealth.com\/healthtips\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/12\/Villain-Depositphotos_5730495_m-2015-150x150.jpg 150w, https:\/\/www.chaneyhealth.com\/healthtips\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/12\/Villain-Depositphotos_5730495_m-2015-768x768.jpg 768w, https:\/\/www.chaneyhealth.com\/healthtips\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/12\/Villain-Depositphotos_5730495_m-2015-50x50.jpg 50w, https:\/\/www.chaneyhealth.com\/healthtips\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/12\/Villain-Depositphotos_5730495_m-2015.jpg 1000w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 300px) 100vw, 300px\" \/><\/a>For much of the past 10 or 20 years, eggs have villainized. We were told that their high cholesterol levels would clog our arteries and increase our risk of heart attack and stroke.<\/p>\n<p>We were told to eat egg whites, egg substitutes (even though egg substitutes were a witch\u2019s brew of chemicals), or avoid eggs altogether.<\/p>\n<p>But in recent years, the ground has shifted.<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>Cholesterol is no longer viewed as the demon it once was. It is now thought of as more of a bit player in a cast of dozens of factors contributing to increased risk of heart disease and stroke.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>And when it comes to increased risk of heart disease, the AHA (American Heart Association) position on egg consumption and heart disease risk has shifted dramatically. They now recommend:<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>\u201cHealthy adults can eat up to one whole egg per day as part of a heart-healthy diet.\u201d<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<ul>\n<li>Diet context is very important. The AHA recommends:<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<ul>\n<li style=\"list-style-type: none;\">\n<ul>\n<li>\u201cEggs should not be paired with high-saturated fat foods like bacon, sausage, or butter. Instead, they should be poached, soft-boiled, or cooked in healthy fats like olive oil.\u201d<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<ul>\n<li style=\"list-style-type: none;\">\n<ul>\n<li>I would add that recent studies have shown that if you are consuming a whole-food, primarily plant-based diet, consuming one or two eggs per day actually decreases your risk of heart disease.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<ul>\n<li>Your body\u2019s ability to regulate cholesterol levels is also important. For that reason, the AHA recommends:<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<ul>\n<li style=\"list-style-type: none;\">\n<ul>\n<li>\u201cIndividuals with diabetes, high blood cholesterol, or existing heart disease should be more cautious\u2026limiting yolk consumption to 4 per week\u2026[I would add obesity to this list].\u201d<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>For more information on the studies behind these recommendations, go to <span style=\"color: #0000ff;\"><a style=\"color: #0000ff;\" href=\"https:\/\/www.chaneyhealth.com\/healthtips\/\">https:\/\/www.chaneyhealth.com\/healthtips\/<\/a><\/span> and put eggs in the search box.<\/p>\n<h2 style=\"text-align: center;\"><span style=\"color: #3366ff;\"><strong>Are Eggs Brain Food?<\/strong><\/span><\/h2>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/www.chaneyhealth.com\/healthtips\/?attachment_id=5414#main\" rel=\"attachment wp-att-5414\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignleft wp-image-5414\" src=\"https:\/\/www.chaneyhealth.com\/healthtips\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/02\/Eggs-And-Brain-Depositphotos_166701504_S.jpg\" alt=\"\" width=\"359\" height=\"239\" \/><\/a>There are lots of reasons to think of eggs as brain food. The authors of the study I am about to share observed:<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>\u201cEggs are a good source of protein (6.29 gram\/medium egg), which has been linked to improved memory and reaction time in healthy young adults and reduced risk of cognitive impairment in older adults.\u201d<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<ul>\n<li>\u201cEgg protein is a good source of the essential amino acid tryptophan (77 mg per egg), which is converted to the neurotransmitter serotonin, involved in decision-making and memory.\u201d<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<ul>\n<li>\u201cEgg yolks are a good source of choline (150 mg per egg), which is a precursor to acetylcholine, a neurotransmitter involved in memory and learning. The authors went on to say, \u201cCholine intake between 187 mg and 399 mg per day has consistently been associated with improved cognitive performance for both healthy younger and older adults.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<ul>\n<li>\u201cEgg yolks are also a good source of phospholipids (3.3 gm per egg), which are an important part of nerve membranes. Phospholipids modulate neurotransmitter receptors and have been linked to enhanced reaction time in healthy middle-aged men.\u201d<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<ul>\n<li>\u201cEgg yolks are a good source of DHA (between 25 to 50 mg DHA for commercially produced eggs and 100-150 mg of DHA for pasture-raised eggs) which has been associated with a lower risk of dementia.\u201d<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>In short, there are lots of reasons to think that eggs might be good for the brain and might reduce the risk of age-related cognitive decline.<\/p>\n<p>So, the authors of this study (<span style=\"color: #0000ff;\"><a style=\"color: #0000ff;\" href=\"https:\/\/www.sciencedirect.com\/science\/article\/pii\/S1279770725002210?via%3Dihub\">N Sultan et al, Journal of Nutrition, Health, and Aging, 29, 100696, 2025<\/a><\/span>) decided to conduct a systematic review of existing studies to evaluate the association between whole egg consumption and cognitive decline in healthy adults.<\/p>\n<h2 style=\"text-align: center;\"><span style=\"color: #3366ff;\"><strong>How Was The Study Done?<\/strong><\/span><\/h2>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/www.chaneyhealth.com\/healthtips\/will-a-healthy-lifestyle-help-prevent-alzheimers-disease\/alzheimers-study\/#main\" rel=\"attachment wp-att-3615\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignleft size-medium wp-image-3615\" src=\"https:\/\/www.chaneyhealth.com\/healthtips\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/09\/alzheimers-study-200x300.jpg\" alt=\"clinical study\" width=\"200\" height=\"300\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.chaneyhealth.com\/healthtips\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/09\/alzheimers-study-200x300.jpg 200w, https:\/\/www.chaneyhealth.com\/healthtips\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/09\/alzheimers-study.jpg 333w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 200px) 100vw, 200px\" \/><\/a>The authors set out to create a systematic review of studies looking at the effect of egg consumption on cognitive decline in older adults. This was not an easy undertaking because:<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>Most published studies in this area have looked at the effect of diets (e.g. MIND or Mediterranean diets) on cognitive decline rather than the effect of individual foods.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<ul>\n<li>There are many ways to measure cognitive function, and no two studies used the same measures of cognitive function.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>The authors utilized the top 5 databases of clinical studies and identified 10 studies with a total of &gt;38,000 participants that investigated the effect of whole egg consumption on cognitive outcomes in healthy, older adults (average age = 68, 50% female).<\/p>\n<p>Because the studies used different measures of cognitive function, the outcomes were divided into the following cognitive domains:<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>Global cognitive functioning.<\/li>\n<li>Language functioning.<\/li>\n<li>Verbal learning.<\/li>\n<li>Memory.<\/li>\n<li>Processing speed.<\/li>\n<li>Decision-making.<\/li>\n<li>Attention.<\/li>\n<li>Executive function.<\/li>\n<li>Risk-taking.<\/li>\n<li>Reaction time.<\/li>\n<li>Visuospacial ability.<\/li>\n<li>Orientation.<\/li>\n<li>Cognitive flexibility.<\/li>\n<li>Interoception.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>From these individual domains an overall cognitive function score was derived.<\/p>\n<h2 style=\"text-align: center;\"><span style=\"color: #3366ff;\"><strong>Do Eggs Prevent Cognitive Decline?<\/strong><\/span><\/h2>\n<figure id=\"attachment_5378\" aria-describedby=\"caption-attachment-5378\" style=\"width: 342px\" class=\"wp-caption alignleft\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.chaneyhealth.com\/healthtips\/is-creatine-good-for-the-brain\/memory-loss\/#main\" rel=\"attachment wp-att-5378\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"size-full wp-image-5378\" src=\"https:\/\/www.chaneyhealth.com\/healthtips\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/01\/Dementia_Depositphotos_8957554_xs.jpg\" alt=\"\" width=\"352\" height=\"340\" \/><\/a><figcaption id=\"caption-attachment-5378\" class=\"wp-caption-text\">Memory loss due to Dementia and Alzheimer&#8217;s disease with the medical icon of a tree in the shape of a human head and brain losing leaves.<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<p>This is what the authors reported:<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>Two studies reported a reduced risk of dementia or cognitive impairment associated with moderate egg consumption (0.5-1 egg per day).<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<ul>\n<li>One study reported increased risk at high intake levels (&gt; 1 egg per day).<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<ul>\n<li>Several studies showed improvements in memory, verbal fluency, and\/or processing speed with moderate, but not high, egg intake.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>The authors concluded, \u201cThis systematic review identified preliminary observational evidence that moderate habitual egg consumption may be associated with better cognitive performance, particularly in memory and verbal fluency domains, and reduced risk of cognitive impairment in adults without chronic disease\u2026Further rigorous studies are required to determine whether egg consumption contributes to cognitive resilience and to clarify dose-response relationships. These efforts will help determine whether eggs can be recommended as part of evidence-based dietary strategies to support cognitive function in aging populations.\u201d<\/p>\n<p>As the authors said, this is not a definitive study. It is a preliminary study that lays the groundwork for future definitive studies. As someone who had dozens of publicly funded grants during my research career, I can tell you that publications like this are important, because they can be used to support requests for public funding of future research projects on that topic.<\/p>\n<p>What kind of future research projects would be definitive? The authors said:<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>\u201cFurther rigorous studies are required to determine whether egg consumption contributes to cognitive resilience [as we age] and to clarify dose-response relationships.\u201d Ideally these studies would:<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<ul>\n<li style=\"list-style-type: none;\">\n<ul>\n<li>Be designed to test the dose-response relationship.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<ul>\n<li style=\"list-style-type: none;\">\n<ul>\n<li>Use similar measurement of cognitive function, so the study results would be easy to compare.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<ul>\n<li style=\"list-style-type: none;\">\n<ul>\n<li>Look at diet context. For example, do eggs have the same cognitive benefits in whole food, primarily plant-based diets and diets that are high in saturated fats and processed foods?<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<ul>\n<li style=\"list-style-type: none;\">\n<ul>\n<li>Look at the effect of health status. Cholesterol build up can block arteries leading to the brain. Studies on heart health have shown eggs may not be beneficial for people who already have elevated cholesterol, diabetes, and arterial disease.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h2 style=\"text-align: center;\"><span style=\"color: #3366ff;\"><strong>What Does This Study Mean For You?<\/strong><strong>\u00a0<\/strong><\/span><\/h2>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/www.chaneyhealth.com\/healthtips\/reversing-fatty-liver-disease\/reversing-fatty-liver-disease-questions\/#main\" rel=\"attachment wp-att-3468\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignleft size-medium wp-image-3468\" src=\"https:\/\/www.chaneyhealth.com\/healthtips\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/06\/reversing-fatty-liver-disease-questions-300x200.jpg\" alt=\"questions\" width=\"300\" height=\"200\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.chaneyhealth.com\/healthtips\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/06\/reversing-fatty-liver-disease-questions-300x200.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.chaneyhealth.com\/healthtips\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/06\/reversing-fatty-liver-disease-questions.jpg 424w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 300px) 100vw, 300px\" \/><\/a>Here are my thoughts:<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>As I outlined above, there are lots of reasons to think of eggs as brain food.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<ul>\n<li>Moderate egg consumption may help protect against cognitive decline as we age. The current data are suggestive, but not definitive.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<ul>\n<li>The American Heart Association now says that moderate egg consumption can be part of a heart-healthy diet. So, the major reason for avoiding eggs has been removed.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<ul>\n<li>Egg consumption is likely to be most beneficial as part of a whole food, primarily plant-based diet. When I grew up Alabama a normal breakfast was eggs cooked in butter, sausage, grits and \u201cred-eye gravy\u201d (gravy made from ham fat). To say that it was probably not a brain-healthy way to eat eggs would be an understatement.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<ul>\n<li>If you are already struggling with high cholesterol, diabetes and arterial disease, you should probably consult your doctor before increasing your egg consumption.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h2 style=\"text-align: center;\"><span style=\"color: #0000ff;\"><strong>What Does A Brain-Healthy Diet Look Like?<\/strong><strong>\u00a0<\/strong><\/span><\/h2>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/www.chaneyhealth.com\/healthtips\/?attachment_id=5415#main\" rel=\"attachment wp-att-5415\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignleft wp-image-5415\" src=\"https:\/\/www.chaneyhealth.com\/healthtips\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/02\/Brain-Food-Depositphotos_789447658_S.jpg\" alt=\"\" width=\"401\" height=\"267\" \/><\/a>According to the most recent US News &amp; World Health ratings of the best diets in various categories, <span style=\"color: #0000ff;\"><strong>the top 4 diets for brain health<\/strong><\/span> are:<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>MIND diet (The MIND diet combines the best of the Mediterranean and DASH diets with an emphasis on brain healthy foods such as berries.)<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<ul>\n<li>Mediterranean diet.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<ul>\n<li>Flexitarian diet (a flexible version of a semi-vegetarian diet).<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<ul>\n<li>DASH diet.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>My Comments:<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>All four diets are whole food, primarily plant-based diets.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<ul>\n<li>Although the MIND diet was specifically designed for brain health, it does not perform significantly better than the Mediterranean and DASH diets in slowing cognitive decline.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>Of course, most people prefer to think in terms of foods rather than diets. In terms of brain-healthy foods, a recent<a href=\"https:\/\/www.health.harvard.edu\/healthbeat\/foods-linked-to-better-brainpower\"><strong> Harvard Health Review<\/strong><\/a>\u00a0suggests these are the foods we should emphasize for brain health:<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li><span style=\"color: #3366ff;\"><strong>Green Leafy Vegetables<\/strong><strong>:<\/strong><\/span>\u00a0Kale, spinach, broccoli, and collards are rich in brain-healthy nutrients like vitamin K, lutein, folate, and beta-carotene.<\/li>\n<li><span style=\"color: #3366ff;\"><strong>Fatty Fish:<\/strong>\u00a0<\/span>Salmon, trout, sardines, and mackerel provide omega-3 fatty acids, which are crucial for brain function and for reducing dementia risk.<\/li>\n<li><span style=\"color: #3366ff;\"><strong>Berries:<\/strong><\/span>\u00a0Blueberries, strawberries, and blackberries contain antioxidants that have been shown to delay cognitive decline.<\/li>\n<li><span style=\"color: #3366ff;\"><strong>Nuts and Seeds<\/strong><strong>:<\/strong><\/span>\u00a0Walnuts are high in omega-3 fatty acids (ALA), while others provide vitamin E.<\/li>\n<li><span style=\"color: #3366ff;\"><strong>Healthy Fats:<\/strong><\/span>\u00a0Olive oil is recommended as the primary cooking fat.<\/li>\n<li><span style=\"color: #3366ff;\"><strong>Whole Grains and Legumes:<\/strong><\/span>\u00a0Oats, quinoa, beans, and lentils provide a steady, slow release of glucose for brain energy. Plus, their fiber supports the growth of friendly bacteria that produce brain-healthy nutrients (This is sometimes referred to as the gut-brain axis).<\/li>\n<li><span style=\"color: #3366ff;\"><strong>Other Foods<\/strong><strong>:<\/strong><\/span>\u00a0Avocados (monounsaturated fats), beets (nitrates for blood flow), and cocoa (flavonoids) are beneficial.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>My Comment:<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>Based on their nutrient content and studies like this one, I would add eggs (consumed in moderation) to the list.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h2 style=\"text-align: center;\"><span style=\"color: #3366ff;\"><strong>The Bottom Line<\/strong><strong>\u00a0<\/strong><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>There are lots of reasons to think of eggs as brain food. A recent study suggests that moderate egg consumption may help slow cognitive decline as we age.<\/p>\n<p>For more information on this study and what a brain-healthy diet looks like, read the article above.<\/p>\n<p><em>These statements have not been evaluated by the Food and Drug Administration. This information is not intended to diagnose, treat, cure or prevent any disease.<\/em><\/p>\n<p><em>_____________________________________________________________________________<\/em><\/p>\n<p>My posts and \u201cHealth Tips From the Professor\u201d articles carefully avoid claims about any brand of supplement or manufacturer of supplements. However, I am often asked by representatives of supplement companies if they can share them with their customers.<\/p>\n<p>My answer is, \u201cYes, as long as you share only the article without any additions or alterations. In particular, you should avoid adding any mention of your company or your company\u2019s products. If you were to do that, you could be making what the FTC and FDA consider a \u201cmisleading health claim\u201d that could result in legal action against you and the company you represent.<\/p>\n<p>For more detail about FTC regulations for health claims, see this link.<\/p>\n<p><span style=\"color: #0000ff;\"><a style=\"color: #0000ff;\" href=\"https:\/\/www.ftc.gov\/business-guidance\/resources\/health-products-compliance-guidance\">https:\/\/www.ftc.gov\/business-guidance\/resources\/health-products-compliance-guidance<strong>\u00a0<\/strong><\/a><\/span><\/p>\n<p>___________________________________________________________________________<\/p>\n<h2 style=\"text-align: center;\"><span style=\"color: #3366ff;\"><strong>About The Author<\/strong><strong>\u00a0<\/strong><\/span><\/h2>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/www.chaneyhealth.com\/healthtips\/what-kind-of-protein-is-best-for-strength\/chaney-suzanne-steve-11-21-15\/#main\" rel=\"attachment wp-att-4932\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignleft size-medium wp-image-4932\" src=\"https:\/\/www.chaneyhealth.com\/healthtips\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/02\/Chaney-Suzanne-Steve-11-21-15-300x200.jpg\" alt=\"\" width=\"300\" height=\"200\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.chaneyhealth.com\/healthtips\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/02\/Chaney-Suzanne-Steve-11-21-15-300x200.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.chaneyhealth.com\/healthtips\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/02\/Chaney-Suzanne-Steve-11-21-15-768x512.jpg 768w, https:\/\/www.chaneyhealth.com\/healthtips\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/02\/Chaney-Suzanne-Steve-11-21-15.jpg 1024w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 300px) 100vw, 300px\" \/><\/a>Dr. Chaney has a BS in Chemistry from Duke University and a PhD in Biochemistry from UCLA. He is Professor Emeritus from the University of North Carolina where he taught biochemistry and nutrition to medical and dental students for 40 years.<\/p>\n<p>Dr. Chaney won numerous teaching awards at UNC, including the Academy of Educators \u201cExcellence in Teaching Lifetime Achievement Award\u201d.<\/p>\n<p>Dr Chaney also ran an active cancer research program at UNC and published over 100 scientific articles and reviews in peer-reviewed scientific journals. In addition, he authored two chapters on nutrition in one of the leading biochemistry text books for medical students.<\/p>\n<p>Since retiring from the University of North Carolina, he has been writing a weekly health blog called &#8220;Health Tips From the Professor&#8221;. He has also written two best-selling books, &#8220;Slaying the Food Myths&#8221; and &#8220;Slaying the Supplement Myths&#8221;. And most recently he has created an online lifestyle change course, &#8220;Create Your Personal Health Zone&#8221;. For more information visit <a href=\"https:\/\/chaneyhealth.com\"><span style=\"color: #0000ff;\">https:\/\/chaneyhealth.com<\/span><\/a>.<\/p>\n<p>For the past 54 years Dr. Chaney and his wife Suzanne have been helping people improve their health holistically through a combination of good diet, exercise, weight control and appropriate supplementation.<\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Are Eggs Brain Food? Author: Dr. Stephen Chaney\u00a0 For much of the past 10 or 20 years, eggs have villainized. We were told that their high cholesterol levels would clog our arteries and increase our risk of heart attack and stroke. 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