Are Eggs Bad for Your Cholesterol? What Clinicians Need to Know About Fortetropin, Muscle Health & Lipid Panels
Featuring Dr. Swathi Varanasi-Diaz, Pharm.D. & Dr. Chris Meletis, ND
Cholesterol has long been misunderstood—especially when it comes to foods like eggs. In this special Power Panel episode, MYOS MD Medical Advisors Dr. Swathi Varanasi-Diaz and Dr. Chris Meletis break down the facts on cholesterol, aging, and how egg-derived Fortetropin® fits into the conversation around muscle health and lipid safety.
Dr. Swathi is an award-winning pharmacist and integrative medicine expert, and Dr. Meletis is a naturopathic physician, educator, and prolific author. Together, they offer a clinically grounded yet refreshing perspective on why we need to rethink the way we talk about cholesterol—and the role of Fortetropin in aging well.
Cholesterol Is Essential—Not the Enemy
Dr. Meletis starts with a simple truth: “No cholesterol, no us.” Cholesterol isn’t just a lab number. It’s a critical building block for hormones like cortisol, estrogen, testosterone, and even vitamin D. Without it, cellular health and hormone production would break down.
Despite cholesterol’s essential role, Dr. Swathi notes that public perception still focuses on “good vs. bad,” often overlooking how 80% of cholesterol is produced by the body itself. As Dr. Meletis says, “Anything endogenous made in our human body, we should be excited about—it’s there for a purpose.”
What About Eggs?
Many clinicians and patients still worry about eating eggs or taking an egg-based supplement like Fortetropin due to cholesterol concerns. But according to Dr. Meletis, it’s time to update that thinking. “We’ve vilified eggs for so long—but trans fats, not natural fats like those in eggs, are the real problem.”
Fortetropin is made from fertilized egg yolk—a key distinction. Fertilization triggers a unique biological transformation, unlocking powerful bioactive compounds. “Something starts changing when something becomes fertilized—life sparks forward. That’s the difference,” says Dr. Meletis.
Does Fortetropin Affect Cholesterol?
This is a question clinicians ask often. The short answer? No.
Dr. Meletis references the TAMPA Study, where healthy young men were given three times the standard dose of Fortetropin. Their lipid panels? Unchanged. “No negative effect,” he confirms.
Still hesitant? Re-test. “If someone’s concerned, remeasure them. But don’t just look at outdated panels. Go deeper—oxidized LDL, lipoprotein(a), apolipoprotein B, fibrinogen—these tell the full story.”
Supporting Muscle As We Age
As we get older, hormones decline and myostatin levels (a muscle growth inhibitor) increase. This leads to muscle loss, or sarcopenia, which is closely tied to fall risk, metabolic disease, and reduced quality of life.
That’s where Fortetropin shines.
“It reduces myostatin, improves anabolic resistance, and increases protein synthesis by 18%—even in older adults not exercising,” says Dr. Meletis. “It helps level the playing field.”
Statins, Supplements & Safety
What about patients on statins or other cholesterol-lowering therapies?
Dr. Meletis is clear: “Would we tell patients to stop eating all animal products or baked goods with eggs? No. Fortetropin is food-based, safe, and effective. In my practice, it doesn’t move the needle on cholesterol.”
He also recommends CoQ10 supplementation for those on statins due to the depletion of mitochondrial support. “Support the mitochondria, support the muscle, and support the whole person.”
Final Thoughts: It’s About Balance
Aging, inflammation, and stress naturally elevate myostatin and disrupt metabolic balance. Fortetropin offers a food-based way to support muscle and structural integrity without compromising lipid profiles.
As Dr. Meletis concludes: “I didn’t know about Fortetropin a year ago. Now, dozens of my patients are benefiting. It’s easy to incorporate—just a scoop once to three times a day. Whether you're aging, recovering from surgery, or simply want to stay active—this is a tool every clinician should consider.”
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