Eggs And Type 2 Diabetes

By David Benbennick - The egg is a Lucerne brand large grade AA, American. It is shown being cooked on a non-stick (probably Teflon) pan., Public Domain, https://commons.wikimedia.org/w/index.php?curid=43466

More recent dietary recommendations suggest that eating a moderate number of eggs in a healthy diet will not increase the risk of cardiovascular disease (CVD) in otherwise fit individuals.  What about individuals with type 2 diabetes or those at risk for that disease, unfortunately an ever-growing segment of the population in America and other Western nations?  This paper suggests that (from the abstract):

Results from randomized controlled trials suggest that consumption of 6 to 12 eggs per week, in the context of a diet that is consistent with guidelines on cardiovascular health promotion, has no adverse effect on major CVD risk factors in individuals at risk for developing diabetes or with type 2 diabetes. However, heterogeneities in study design, population included and interventions prevent firm conclusions from being drawn.

So, while more studies are needed, the data so far suggest moderate egg consumption might be fine for that segment of the population.  But, given that the conclusion is not definite, and given that every case is unique, readers should consult with their own physicians and/or nutritionists before making any change in their diet.  I personally eat mostly egg whites, but will eat some whole eggs from time to time (less than 6-12 per week).