Harvard Student's 700 Egg Experiment: Health Impact Revealed

Dr. Nick Norwitz, a dual doctorate student at Harvard University, conducted an experiment where he consumed 700 eggs over the course of a month, averaging 24 eggs daily. Contrary to common medical advice that associates egg consumption with increased cholesterol levels, Norwitz's results showed a significant decrease in his low-density lipoprotein (LDL) cholesterol. Initially, his LDL levels dropped by 2% in the first two weeks, followed by an 18% reduction in the subsequent two weeks after he incorporated fruits like blueberries and bananas into his diet. The experiment aimed to challenge the long-held belief that dietary cholesterol from eggs would lead to higher LDL cholesterol levels, which are often linked to heart disease. Each egg contains approximately 186 mg of cholesterol, and Norwitz's intake amounted to 133,200 mg over the month. Despite this high consumption, his LDL cholesterol levels fell, suggesting that the body's response to dietary cholesterol may not be as straightforward as previously thought. Norwitz also adjusted his carbohydrate intake to 60 grams per day, which included two bananas or 21 ounces of blueberries. This change was significant because low carbohydrate diets can lead to increased LDL levels as the body shifts to burning fat for energy. His findings have sparked discussions among viewers, with some expressing relief that their own high egg and meat diets may not be as harmful as commonly believed. The experiment has garnered attention, with over 160,000 views on YouTube, as it challenges the conventional wisdom surrounding cholesterol and egg consumption. Norwitz's results may encourage further research into the relationship between dietary cholesterol and heart health, potentially reshaping dietary guidelines in the future.