Q: Can those on Coumadin (warfarin) eat eggs or Eggbeaters?

I take warfarin every day due to a left leg DVT. I follow my doctor's instructions: no green veggies, etc. Can I safely substitute eggs for Eggbeaters and how often can I eat this product?

Q: Dr. Gourmet Says...

Eggs are not a problem for users of Coumadin® (warfarin). They have no Vitamin K and should not interact with your medication. Likewise, the USDA database reports that there is essentially no Vitamin K in liquid egg substitute like Egg Beaters. Both of these should be safe.

Eggs are good for you and eating them a few times a week is OK.

Here's some links to info on eggs:

The Health of It All : Eating Eggs

The Health of It All : Fat and Cholesterol in Eggs

The Health of It All : Low-Cholesterol Eggs

Dr. Gourmet's Health and Nutrition Bites, April 20, 2007 : Omega-3 Fatty acids in... eggs?

Dr. Gourmet's Health and Nutrition Bites, October 4, 2006 : An egg a day may help you keep your eyesight

Thanks for writing,

Dr. Gourmet
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