A fitness enthusiast in Tokyo, Japan, recently embarked on an unusual experiment to test whether a diet of nearly 1,000 eggs in one month could match the muscle-building effects of steroids.
Joseph Everett, who follows a general fitness regimen, aimed to assess how the extreme diet would impact his strength, weight gain, and overall health. His daily intake of 30 eggs came in various forms, including omelettes, smoothies, and even raw eggs with rice. In addition to his regular weightlifting routine, he monitored his progress through blood tests and barbell performance metrics in exercises like squats, deadlifts, and bench presses.
Tokyo Fitness Enthusiast Consumes 1,000 Eggs in a Month to Test Muscle-Building Potential
The results were striking. Everett gained 6 kilograms of muscle and improved his lifting capacity by 20 kilograms.
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Although concerns about the cholesterol content in eggs are common, Everett’s blood tests showed minimal changes in his “bad” cholesterol levels. On the other hand, his “good” cholesterol increased, which helps remove harmful fats from his body. His triglyceride levels, linked to heart disease, also decreased.
However, the diet wasn’t entirely without issues. After several days of consuming raw eggs, Everett experienced digestive discomfort, which he later traced back to trypsin inhibitors found in raw egg whites. Once he switched to cooked eggs, the symptoms disappeared.
While eggs are a nutrient-dense food containing protein, vitamins, and minerals, health experts advise moderation. Recent studies show that consuming eggs in reasonable amounts as part of a balanced diet doesn’t negatively impact heart health. Though Everett isn’t certain if eggs could truly replace steroids, he may revisit the diet for future muscle-building goals.
For most people, experts recommend maintaining a balanced diet and opting for healthier preparation methods—like boiling over frying—to reap the benefits of eggs without excess saturated fat.
