Eggs take top billing in new U.S. Dietary Guidelines
Published: January 9, 2026
Duration: 10:58
Protein took the main stage in the 2025–2030 Dietary Guidelines for Americans, and we dig into why eggs rose to the top. With Emily Metz, President and CEO of the American Egg Board, we explore the real-food case for eggs: complete protein, nutrient density, affordability, and a versatility that works for breakfast, lunch, dinner, and everything between. We also clear the air on cholesterol with current science and discuss how consumer understanding has shifted from fear to trust.
The conversation turns to new brain health research, including studies indicating a relationship between eating two eggs a day and a...