UPDATE 12.15.25: Recently, Elizabeth Shaw, M.S., RDN, CPT, explained in Eating Well why an egg, tomato, and feta pita is an “anti-inflammatory powerhouse.” She writes:

Inflammation can be tricky—it often develops quietly, without the obvious warning signs of other health issues. And while it’s easy to chalk up aches and pains to getting older, those symptoms aren’t always inevitable. The good news? Aging doesn’t have to mean discomfort. With the right foods, you can support your body from the inside out and move through the years ahead feeling strong.

One simple way to start: Build an anti-inflammatory breakfast that fuels your day and supports long-term health. Among the many morning options that fit the bill, dietitians say eggs stand out. “Eggs are an ideal addition to any anti-inflammatory breakfast—packed with protein to stabilize blood sugar, choline to support brain health, and vitamins A and D to strengthen the immune system,” says Lindsay Stenovec, M.S., RD, CEDRD-S. Read on to discover why EatingWell’s Egg, Tomato & Feta Pita earns the title of Best Anti-Inflammatory Breakfast for Healthy Aging.

Why This Egg, Tomato & Feta Pita Is Our Breakfast Pick for Healthy Aging
Quick, protein-packed, affordable and easy to eat on the go? Yes, yes, yes and yes! The reason egg dishes, like an Egg, Tomato, & Feta Pita, are morning staples recommended by dietitians is that they address the major pain poiLnts consumers are looking for when it comes to making mealtime happen. And, it just so happens to be “beautifully designed as an anti-inflammatory powerhouse,” says Patricia Bannan, M.S., RDN.

From the eggs that bring the powerful punch of protein, choline and other essential nutrients, to the fiber in the vegetables and whole-grain pita, the calcium in the cheese, and the heart-healthy olive oil, this combination is a surefire win for those looking to age healthfully. Plus, Bannan shares, “When prepared simply, eggs provide sustained energy without the blood sugar spikes that can contribute to inflammation over time.”1

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Originally posted December 11, 2023.

At Mercola.com, Dr. Joseph Mercola discusses the anti-inflammatory properties of the choline found in egg yolks, writing:

Choline, found in ample amounts in organic, pastured egg yolks, was first discovered in 1862.¹ It was officially recognized as an essential nutrient for human health by the Institute of Medicine in 1998.² Since then, we’ve learned that choline has a long list of health benefits. For example, it’s required for:

Healthy fetal development3	Optimal brain function, memory and cognition
Nervous system health — Choline is necessary for making acetylcholine, a neurotransmitter involved in healthy muscle, heart and memory performance	Cell structure — Choline is needed for the synthesis of phosphatidylcholine, better known as lecithin, which is required for the composition of cell membranes
Mitochondrial function4	Metabolism (energy production)
DNA synthesis	Methylation reactions5
Cardiovascular health	Liver health, as choline is needed to carry cholesterol from your liver; a choline deficiency could result in excess fat and cholesterol buildup6

Eggs Lower Inflammation and Insulin Resistance

Research published in 2020 also concluded that choline has anti-inflammatory activity and can be particularly useful in those with insulin resistance and/or metabolic syndrome. And, while a choline supplement was good in this regard, eggs were far better. As reported by the authors:⁷

“Metabolic syndrome (MetS) is characterized by low-grade inflammation and insulin resistance, which increase the risk of heart disease. Eggs have numerous nutrients including choline, carotenoids, and fat-soluble vitamins that may protect against these conditions. Egg phosphatidylcholine (PC) is a major contributor of dietary choline in the American diet.

In this study, we evaluated the effect of two sources of choline, whole eggs (a source of PC) and a choline supplement (choline bitartrate, CB), on plasma lipids, glucose, insulin resistance, and inflammatory biomarkers.”

Twenty-three subjects diagnosed with metabolic syndrome were included in the study. After a two-week washout period with no choline intake, participants were randomly allocated to consume either three eggs per day or 400 mg of choline bitartrate per day for four weeks.

After a three-week washout period, they were then given the alternate treatment. While eating eggs, participants were found to have higher levels of vitamin E and selenium, but there were no differences in cholesterol levels, triglycerides or glucose compared to baseline or when they were on the choline supplement.

Interestingly, both choline sources reduced interleukin-6 (IL-6) levels, but eggs also resulted in lower C-reactive protein, insulin and insulin resistance compared to baseline, causing the authors to conclude that:⁸

“… in a MetS population, intake of three eggs per day does not increase plasma LDL cholesterol, and has additional benefits on biomarkers of disease compared to a choline supplement, possibly due to the presence of other antioxidants in eggs.”

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