Eggs vs. pills: which choline source raises heart risk marker more?

NCT ID NCT03039023

First seen Nov 05, 2025 · Last updated May 16, 2026 · Updated 20 times

Summary

This study looked at how choline from eggs or supplements changes levels of TMAO, a compound tied to higher heart disease risk. Researchers compared 86 adults who ate eggs or took choline pills for 28 days. The goal was to see if the source of choline matters for TMAO production and platelet function.

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Locations

  • Cleveland Clinic Foundation

    Cleveland, Ohio, 44195, United States

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