How Many Raw Eggs a Day Should I Consume?

Lvolcanoeqcycle on 21/02/2018 - 12:36
Last edited 26/02/2018 - 15:02

I'm looking to get a bit healthier and lose a couple of kilos only. I want to switch from meat to raw eggs for a while. How many eggs per day should I consume?

I'm thinking of having them raw to cut down on cooking time and washing up so I can spend more time on Ozbargain.

*** Update***

Just consumed 2 raw eggs for the first time at 1.00pm, I now feel very full for the cost of $0.50. This could save me a few bucks.

Update

Just consumed 2 raw eggs at 11.14am 22/02. I made an interesting observation, there is no warning sign regarding consuming raw eggs on the package.

update

Just had the 6th raw egg of the day, feeling great so far!

update Last 2 eggs of the day down the hatch, smoking it! More being delivered tomorrow!

update 4 raw eggs so far today, feeling great! Saved heaps of money this week!

It would be interesting to hear from anyone who has contracted food poisoning from eating raw egg. So far we are drawing a blank which is very interesting!

Update

We have many users who have differing opinion regarding a 1 in 20,000 chance of getting salmonella after eating a raw egg. Do we have any number bods out there that can explain to everyone? Much appreciated.

*8 raw eggs today, quick and cheap, 1 in 20,000, great odds!

Poll Options

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    No egg(s)
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    1 egg
  • 31
    2 eggs
  • 4
    3 eggs
  • 7
    4 eggs
  • 1
    5 eggs
  • 5
    6 eggs
  • 3
    7 eggs
  • 3
    8 eggs
  • 1
    9 eggs
  • 5
    10 eggs
  • 262
    More than 10 eggs
  • 39
    Bikies
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Comments

        • chudson on 27/02/2018 - 02:23

          @thtol:

          Your body creates ALL of its own cholesterol, all the cholesterol that it needs, any 3rd party (body parts/animal source) cholesterol is not good, because it is EXCESS to what your body needs, ie. that means it's a drain on your organs, and everything else.

          LDL, the low-density muck (lipids/fats) that basically falls apart all over your endothelial, is a huge problem if it's high.

        • ozfool on 27/02/2018 - 17:59

          @chudson:

          Your body makes it's own cholesterol and dietary cholesterol is basically inconsequential. Dietary cholesterol does not increase blood cholesterol much at all, your body adjusts to what it needs. There is no such thing as too much dietary cholesterol.

          LDL is fine in a healthy person and performs important functions. LDL does NOT just bump into artery walls and spill its contents. LDL arrives to repair the damage from inflammation. The problem is when it gets oxidised, glycated and isn't being cleared properly [diabetics, people with damaged LDL receptors], it gets mistakenly taken up and attacked by autoimmune particles.

          High LDL is associated with improved brain function and lower cancer risk. They repair your cells. Just keep them fresh and don't let them get stagnant [diabetics].

          Have a look at the rates of disease in people with high LDL and high HDL [i.e. a well functioning cholesterol system] and you'll see it's not LDL that's the core problem in heart disease.

      • [Deactivated] on 24/02/2018 - 15:53
        +1

        https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pubmed/28077734
        Let me know if you don't understand some of the big words.

  • retiredfeline on 21/02/2018 - 13:09

    You should have posted on the I'm a Medical Student/Junior Doctor AMA threads.

    • Scrooge McDuck on 21/02/2018 - 22:26
      +7

      Why on Earth would you consult a trainee when we have a plethora of armchair experts right here!!?

      • retiredfeline on 21/02/2018 - 22:40
        +5

        Sorry, I forgot the first principle of OzB is to start as many duplicate threads as possible. ;)

        • Scrooge McDuck on 21/02/2018 - 22:43
          +3

          Actually that's the 28th.

          The first 2 are identical.

    • [Deactivated] on 22/02/2018 - 11:07
      +1

      Doctors don't necessarily know. Dietitians are far more knowledgeable.

  • [Deactivated] on 21/02/2018 - 13:09
    -4

    I eat 75 per day.
    My farts smell lovely after

    • pegaxs on 21/02/2018 - 14:30
      +9

      Explains why your always full of shit. ;)

      • Scrooge McDuck on 21/02/2018 - 22:40
        +3

        *you're

        • pegaxs on 21/02/2018 - 22:46
          +1

          HAHAHA… touché.

          It's been a long day answering AMA questions, ok… :P

        • Scrooge McDuck on 21/02/2018 - 23:03
          +1

          @pegaxs:

          You have redeemed yourself by correctly spelling "touché".

  • garetz on 21/02/2018 - 13:12
    +2

    Why did you opt to eat raw eggs at all, is there some kind of diet fad happening atm.

    • volcanoeqcycle on 21/02/2018 - 13:15

      No fads here, just delicious raw eggs.

    • chudson on 22/02/2018 - 15:55
      +1

      He's just doing it because it is cheap (and he's willing to forgo his health) :)

      True OzB style.

  • chumlee on 21/02/2018 - 13:17
    +12

    3 easter eggs a day

  • D3AB on 21/02/2018 - 13:29
    +1

    Try hard boiling half a dozen the night before. Ez snack.

    • volcanoeqcycle on 21/02/2018 - 13:31

      Is there a difference in nutrient content? I'd genuinely like to know.

      • ilikeradiohead on 22/02/2018 - 00:07
        +1

        This says that cooked eggs give you more protein.

    • gezza90 on 22/02/2018 - 13:29

      I boil 12 eggs every 2 days because I eat 6 eggs a day. And I buy free range from a nearby farm.

      Morning with breakfast: 3x egg whites with half a yolk
      Afternoon snack at 4pm: 3x eggs white with half a yolk

  • yk300 on 21/02/2018 - 13:31

    but why??? What's the rationale?

    • volcanoeqcycle on 21/02/2018 - 13:32

      Quicker, cheaper and healthier.

      • yk300 on 21/02/2018 - 13:32
        +1

        care to elaborate on the healthy aspect?

        • volcanoeqcycle on 21/02/2018 - 13:39

          Great source of protein, everything in 1 place. saves me taking brewers yeast supplements.

        • spiff on 21/02/2018 - 14:20
          +3

          @volcanoeqcycle: 1 egg has 6g of protein. If 2 raw eggs is 50c then 1 egg is 25c so that's 4c per gram of protein.

          1kg chicken breast is $10. 1kg of chicken breast has 300g protein. That equals 3c per gram of protein.

          Ideal protein intake per day is 1g per pound of bodyweight. If you're 100kg, that's 220g of protein per day. You would need to eat 36 eggs, or 750g of meat protein. That's a lot of meat but a ridiculous number of eggs.

        • volcanoeqcycle on 21/02/2018 - 14:30
          +1

          That's a great point, I really like the maths. The problem is I get arthritis and acidic food like meat flares it right up (I love eating all meat). I have spirulina as well, I may need a third protein.

        • spiff on 21/02/2018 - 14:51
          +1

          @volcanoeqcycle: I am all for options that are easier. I can't stand chewing breakfast so I have a shake every morning, blending up a cup of oats, a scoop of WPI, banana and 400ml water. Roughly 55g of protein right there. Or 9 eggs ;)

        • volcanoeqcycle on 21/02/2018 - 15:00

          @spiff: Wow, sounds like a good idea. A fair bit of fibre as well.

        • smashed on 21/02/2018 - 15:51

          @spiff:

          Why 1lb not 1g/kg bodyweight/day

        • spiff on 21/02/2018 - 16:34
          +1

          @smashed: I'm talking about building muscle which indirectly assists weight loss and improved body composition. If you're looking to maintain muscle mass then 1g per kg may suit better.

        • smashed on 21/02/2018 - 17:47
          +1

          @spiff:

          It may have been a number of years since I studied Sports Science at Uni but that amount is still excessive (better than eating trans fat etc though obviously).

          https://bayesianbodybuilding.com/the-myth-of-1glb-optimal-pr…

        • spiff on 21/02/2018 - 18:31

          @smashed:

          http://www.mysportscience.com/single-post/2017/10/18/How-muc…

          https://stronglifts.com/protein-daily-needs-myths-best-sourc…

          https://www.muscleforlife.com/how-much-protein-build-muscle/

          http://www.coachmag.co.uk/nutrition/6804/here-s-how-much-pro…

          It depends on your resting and active BMR, and frequency of activity that gives you a total amount of calories to consume per day to suit your goal. To keep it simple I'll use a 1/3 split between proteins fats and carbs. If I have to consume 2500 calories per day for maintenance, that's 208g protein, 208g carbs and 92g fat. I weigh 75kg so if I went by 1g per kg of bodyweight then to meet my calorie count I would have to truly binge on carbs and fats. No thanks.

        • smashed on 21/02/2018 - 18:36
          +1

          @spiff:

          The OP was talking about eating eggs to lose weight.

        • spiff on 21/02/2018 - 18:52

          @smashed:

          Yes and I'm responding to your assertion that 1g of protein per kg of bw is sufficient for even maintenance.

          I would suggest to lose weight and cut overall calorie count, reduce carbs and certain types of fat, rather than protein.

        • Scrooge McDuck on 21/02/2018 - 22:55
          +1

          @spiff:

          1kg chicken breast is $10. 1kg of chicken breast has 300g protein. That equals 3c per gram of protein.

          Cheaper cuts of chicken, bulk whey protein concentrate, skim milk powder and oats are even cheaper sources of protein.

        • Scrooge McDuck on 21/02/2018 - 23:17

          @volcanoeqcycle:

          The problem is I get arthritis and acidic food like meat flares it right up (I love eating all meat). I have spirulina as well, I may need a third protein.

          It's not very OzBargainly, but look into fatty fish. They're typically high in omega 3 fatty acids which can help to reduce inflammation. Mammalian and bird meat is much higher in omega 6 fatty acids which some studies have shown to increase inflammation, although recent others have contradicted that. Take that as a starting point for your own web research.

          Either way, I'd try adding some fatty fish or fish oil supplements to your diet.

        • volcanoeqcycle on 22/02/2018 - 00:38

          @Scrooge McDuck: I'll certainly look into it, thanks. I enjoy fish, especially fresh sardines and tuna.

        • [Deactivated] on 22/02/2018 - 11:02
          +1

          @spiff: It would be ridiculous to use a 1/3 split. We need more carbs and less fat. Recommendations for a sedentary/maintenance diet is 1g per Kg body weight, so for a 75kg man that is 75 g. Even for a bodybuilder 2g per Kg is the recommendation, which is only 150 g. Eating more protein than we need is a waste of money. Eating far more than we need risks kidney damage.

        • [Deactivated] on 22/02/2018 - 11:11

          @spiff: Raw eggs may contain 6-8 g of protein but if you eat it raw your body will only be able to access 50% of that, so that doubles your cost.

        • spiff on 22/02/2018 - 11:59

          @4sure:

          Regarding the split, I was using this as an example and it really depends on your goal. Personally I'd prefer to use a 40 P 20 F 40 C split.

        • spiff on 22/02/2018 - 12:02

          @Scrooge McDuck:

          Cheaper cuts of chicken - for sure, I generally find cuts that are far less than this. I chose $10/kg for chicken breast as a base mark example because this is the average price I see around grocery stores.

          I get WPI from Amino Z - 10lb for ~$120. WPC might be cheaper but I've tried many different brands and would be happy to pay a little extra for the taste of Gold Standard WPI.

          Oats - Coles/Woolies inhouse brand - can't get much cheaper than that.

          Skim milk powder isn't necessary as it is only 2-3% protein max.

        • Scrooge McDuck on 22/02/2018 - 12:46

          @spiff:

          Skim milk powder isn't necessary as it is only 2-3% protein max.

          That might be the protein content after you dilute it with water.

          The dry powder is ~35 % protein by mass and only costs $5.69/kg from Coles or Aldi.

        • spiff on 22/02/2018 - 13:20

          @Scrooge McDuck:

          Ohh ok gotcha. Good to know!

        • gezza90 on 22/02/2018 - 13:30

          One egg white has approx. 10g of protein and the yolk has lots of vitamins. Though I suggest you limit intake of the yolk because it has cholestrol.

        • aerom on 22/02/2018 - 22:05

          @spiff: 1g per pound of bodyweight? grams and pound … hmm sounds fishy there. Do you have a source to quote?

        • spiff on 23/02/2018 - 00:52

          @aerom:

          I posted 4 links above

      • Scrooge McDuck on 21/02/2018 - 23:45
        +3

        Quicker, cheaper and healthier.

        1. Crack eggs into a microwave safe bowl.
        2. Add a dash of milk.
        3. Add cracked pepper or other seasoning of your choice.
        4. Whisk with a fork.
        5. Microwave on high for approximately 2 min or just until most of the mixture has congealed (to your preference).
        6. Eat with fork and enjoy.
        7. Give bowl to cat to lick off stubborn rubbery bits (cat loves this too!).
        8. Rinse bowl and fork before placing in dishwasher.
  • Archi on 21/02/2018 - 13:43

    some people eat to live and other live to eat…

    and for some don't know why they are living?

    when I was a younger I use to put a raw egg into a glass of warm milo or ovaltine. cant comment on the taste as it was quite a while ago.. however couldn't be that bad

    the Vietnamese have a drink where they mix a raw egg, milk and soda water and ice…
    https://www.thekitchn.com/vietnamese-egg-soda-176609

    • volcanoeqcycle on 21/02/2018 - 13:48

      Thanks for the link. Seems to be a fair few recipes around to make the drink a little tastier, I'll have to try this Vietnamese one out, cheers.

      • pegaxs on 21/02/2018 - 14:26

        Well, if you like eggs and you like Vietnamese food, you could always try some “trứng vịt lộn”. My wife eats heaps of them.

        They help me lose weight.

        • volcanoeqcycle on 21/02/2018 - 14:32

          I tried searching for trứng vịt lộn, not sure what it is though.

        • pegaxs on 21/02/2018 - 14:34
          +2

          @volcanoeqcycle:

          I think it’s called “Balut” elsewhere? Try and google that.

          It helps with my weight, because every time I see my wife eating it, it turns me off food for days…

        • volcanoeqcycle on 21/02/2018 - 14:37

          @pegaxs: I tried this once before in Thailand. I just couldn't handle it! I didn't mind the deep fried mosquitoes for protein. Actually quite tasty.

        • dust on 22/02/2018 - 09:16

          @pegaxs: Yep I think the Filipino's call them balut.

        • Scrooge McDuck on 23/02/2018 - 02:27
          +1

          @volcanoeqcycle:

          Have you tried 童子蛋 (tong zi dan, virgin boy egg)?

          The dish is prepared by first soaking the eggs in the urine of young boys. The urine is sourced locally by each vendor. Then, the mixture is heated over a stove. After boiling, the egg shells are cracked around the entire surface of the egg. Afterwards, the eggs are placed back into the urine. The used urine is then replaced with fresh urine and the process is repeated. The soaking process allows the eggs to become cured in the urine as they are left to simmer. The entire process is generally a day-long endeavor. According to some recipes, different herbs may also be added to the marinade. The urine of boys with maple syrup urine disease is especially prized for its sweet taste. When finished, the eggs whites have a pale golden hue and the yolks turn green.

          https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Virgin_boy_egg

        • volcanoeqcycle on 23/02/2018 - 02:53

          @Scrooge McDuck: That's 1 for the albumen.

  • KaTst3R on 21/02/2018 - 14:21
    +1

    I eat 3 raw eggs a day

    https://imgur.com/gallery/7XGKc

  • pantsparty on 21/02/2018 - 14:24
    +3

    Poor attempt at trolling

    • retiredfeline on 21/02/2018 - 14:25
      +12

      He's just egging us on.

      • altomic on 21/02/2018 - 14:41
        +13

        the yolks on us.

        • fLamous on 21/02/2018 - 15:06
          +11

          well we do keep shelling out advice

        • spackbace on 21/02/2018 - 15:48
          +10

          @fLamous:

          He'll be too chicken to reply

        • rompastompa on 21/02/2018 - 18:43
          +5

          @Spackbace: I don't mean to be a cock, but this thread is fowl.

        • retiredfeline on 21/02/2018 - 19:32
          +6

          @rompastompa: That's a poultry answer.

        • Baysew on 21/02/2018 - 22:15
          +4

          I'm not sticking my beak into this.

        • OzzyOzbourne on 22/02/2018 - 08:05
          +3

          @rompastompa:

          Eggsactly, you seem to be the eggspert on this.

        • fLamous on 22/02/2018 - 09:33
          +2

          @OzzyOzbourne: Looks like all you jokesters have finally come home to roost, I'd say you're all pulling my leg, but in my case you probably wouldn't want to….pullet… ¯ \ _ (ツ)_/¯

        • rlay3 on 23/02/2018 - 22:03

          @fLamous: LOL the puns are strong on this thread

  • loropy9 on 21/02/2018 - 14:31

    OP, you should be employed by the government. For one of those experiments on how little people could live on…

    • volcanoeqcycle on 21/02/2018 - 14:35
      +1

      Perhaps Barnaby Joyce could participate.

      • try2bhelpful on 21/02/2018 - 17:56
        +1

        Can we set the level he can consume - I'm going for zero calories.

      • ahly92 on 22/02/2018 - 00:01

        Won't be the only raw thing he'll be eating

    • OzzyOzbourne on 22/02/2018 - 08:07
      +1

      Or for rediculously unimportant things to discuss.

  • Millikano on 21/02/2018 - 22:27

    Egg white and Powerade is a great way to start the day.

    • [Deactivated] on 22/02/2018 - 11:12
      +1

      No it's not. Very little nutrients and too high in salt.

      • chudson on 22/02/2018 - 16:01

        The Powerade isn't good either.

  • beyondtool on 21/02/2018 - 22:29
    -1

    In my opinion I wouldn't focus on just eggs. There are a wide variety of different sources of protein, eggs just being one. Protein power on special with milk is worth adding to the mix.

    That said I've always been told bulk up or loose weight it's impossible to do both at once.

    • chudson on 22/02/2018 - 16:02

      Avoid casein though, as it's been linked to cancer for a long time. ~The China Study

  • ninetyNineCents on 21/02/2018 - 22:40

    THe secret is to snort the eggs thru your nose so they get absorbed straight into your blood via the nasal membranes.

    Theres a reason why people snort drugs and dont "eat" them… for maximum effectiveness.

    • KBZ on 22/02/2018 - 08:53

      Why stop at the nose he should start consuming it rectally for maximum effectiveness.

      • ninetyNineCents on 22/02/2018 - 09:02

        The nose has more blood vessels and arteries. Its the "best" orifice for direct and maximum effectiveness.

  • skywards on 21/02/2018 - 23:24
    +2

    Cooked eggs is much easier for your body to digest and absorb the egg protein.

    • Xastros on 25/02/2018 - 15:08

      Can't believe no one else has pointed this out. Cooked eggs are much better for you in terms of protein absorption. What is the advantage of eating eggs raw rather than cooked?

      • skywards on 25/02/2018 - 17:37

        Read the posts below 😁

  • surethang on 22/02/2018 - 00:02
    +5

    PSA: Raw egg whites contain a protein called avidin that blocks the absorption of biotin (vitamin B7). So if you regularly consume a large number of raw eggs you may become biotin-deficient.

    https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Biotin_deficiency

    And for those you saying you'd never eat raw eggs, remember there are plenty of recipes that include raw eggs like chocolate mousse. Mmmmm chocolate.

    • ChurchMouth on 24/02/2018 - 17:04
      +2

      THIS. Only comment in 4 pages to consider nutrition, not just food poisoning? I think shows how immature the ozbargain group when it comes to dietary choices.

      Cooking of the egg white I think improves the digestibility significantly, I recall.

      Also eggs pretty high in PUFA (omega 6), and some immunogenic proteins that could be problematic for some. For those interested in why PUFA might be a concern: Ray Peat sort of leads the way on this.. http://raypeat.com/articles/articles/unsaturatedfats.shtml

      I've come from eating multiple eggs everyday for most of my life (probably the most consistent thing through my life), and I am still dealing with some health issues (acne mainly).

      • volcanoeqcycle on 24/02/2018 - 17:21
        +1

        Excellent words. Thank you.

        • gimli on 24/02/2018 - 17:45
          +1

          hmm you are still alive.

          well done.

    • shiningstars on 25/02/2018 - 17:10
      +1

      finally someone has mentioned about biotin deficiency. The current school of thought is that eating excessive whites by themselves can cause biotin deficiency but eating both the yokes and the whites together is unlikely to cause problems.

  • poppit88 on 22/02/2018 - 00:11
    +1

    Eggs are very high in protein and extremely good for you. One egg has around 7.8grams of protein and 5.8 grams of fat.

    You should probably be aiming for around 20-30grams of protein for breakfast and 15grams of fat.

    In order to do this, I usually buy the egg whites from Coles. 2oz of egg white on it's own will give you around 6 grams of protein.

    Basically I crack one whole egg for flavour and then measure my remaining protein requirement via the egg whites.

    I usually make an omelette pack it with veg, and then pop about 1/4 of an avocado on top to get my remaining fat allowance in the morning.

    If I had the choice of an egg, breakfast cereal or fast food - I take the egg and run with it any day of the week.

    And eating them raw can lead to food poisoning - I'd only do this is they are very fresh. If your in a hurry - just put them into a pan of water and let it come to the boil for 10 mins or so. I usually do it while I'm in the shower - then I'm out, dressed and the eggs are done.

    • Laziofogna on 22/02/2018 - 12:57
      +2

      The point is saving a few cents, and boiling would cost at least 3 or 4 cents. That’s a no no if you’re saving for a deposit

      • idonotknowwhy on 23/02/2018 - 13:41
        +1

        You can just microwave them.
        Eat them before 7am to take advantage of the offpeak power.

    • ChurchMouth on 24/02/2018 - 17:06

      Is the egg whites a powder?

      • poppit88 on 24/02/2018 - 21:46

        No.I buy the egg whites from Coles. They are in a cardboard carton in the fridge section with other vegetarian products.

        The egg white predominately contains the protein. I find the omelette or scrambled eggs just totally unpalatable with egg white only. Hence the reason I crack one whole egg in, and I honestly can't tell the difference.

  • johnno07 on 22/02/2018 - 02:00
    +1

    Another absolute searing f***ing facepalm of a post. Well done, OP.

    • volcanoeqcycle on 22/02/2018 - 11:00
      +1

      Iv'e actually got some really good advice from some people on this thread.

      • nobarginsarehere on 24/02/2018 - 08:21

        I hope you are referring to potential of "salmonella" posts

        There is no (sane) reason to not cook your food dumb dumb

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