Cholesterol
fat Unit: mg
Dietary cholesterol is a sterol found exclusively in animal-derived foods. While dietary intake has less effect on blood cholesterol levels than saturated and trans fats for most people, individuals with diabetes or certain genetic conditions (such as familial hypercholesterolemia) show greater sensitivity. Current major guidelines no longer set a specific numeric daily limit but still emphasize moderation.
Reference Daily Intake · per 100g
USDA/NIH DRI · National Academies
Top 20 Foods by Cholesterol
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No established RDA for this nutrient.
| # | Food | per 100g |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Simmered Beef Brain | 3100.0 mg |
| 2 | Braised Veal Brain | 3100.0 mg |
| 3 | Raw Beef Brain | 3010.0 mg |
| 4 | Fried New Zealand Lamb Brains | 2559.0 mg |
| 5 | Braised Pork Brain | 2552.0 mg |
| 6 | Pan-Fried Lamb Brain | 2504.0 mg |
| 7 | Dried Egg Yolk | 2340.0 mg |
| 8 | Raw Pork Brain | 2195.0 mg |
| 9 | Pan-Fried Veal Brain | 2120.0 mg |
| 10 | Raw New Zealand Lamb Brains | 2100.0 mg |
| 11 | Braised Lamb Brain | 2043.0 mg |
| 12 | Dried Egg (Glucose Reduced) | 2017.0 mg |
| 13 | Pan-Fried Beef Brain | 1995.0 mg |
| 14 | Dried Whole Egg | 1700.0 mg |
| 15 | Raw Veal Brain | 1590.0 mg |
| 16 | Raw Lamb Brain | 1352.0 mg |
| 17 | Raw Egg Yolk | 1085.0 mg |
| 18 | Boiled New Zealand Beef Kidney | 1002.0 mg |
| 19 | Frozen Pasteurized Egg Yolk | 1000.0 mg |
| 20 | Raw Turkey Egg | 933.0 mg |