Joshua Allard, a 25-year-old Youtuber known for "looksmaxxing" content, recently documented his 5-day experiment consuming 150 eggs. The video, posted on 16/6, showcased Allard purchasing 10 cartons of eggs (15 eggs each) for $36.45, calling it a "bargain." His diet consisted solely of 5 meals a day, each comprising 6 eggs, without any additional food or supplements.

By the end of the challenge, Allard observed significant weight loss, a transformation evident in before-and-after photos. His video sparked surprise and amusement among viewers, with some jokingly suggesting he "eat a whole cow in a week."

"Well, one, I survived. I didn’t die. Thank God for that. I got very, very lean. I wasn’t on any creatine during this time. I really wasn’t supplementing with anything, not even my vitamin D3 and K, which I love, especially when I’m eating eggs," Allard shared.

Despite the diet's restrictive nature, Allard reported experiencing increased egg cravings. "It’s almost addictive. It’s crazy," he stated.

He attributed this to the severe calorie deficit but questioned whether the high fat content in eggs fully explained the unusual cravings. Allard likened his mental state to a bear preparing for hibernation.

"I’m eating a lot of fat, moderate protein, zero carbs. My body is like, getting ready to hibernate. I’m very tired in the evening, but I sleep great, my stress levels are really low. After just 5 days, I got extremely lean," he explained.

25-year-old Joshua Allard challenged himself to consume 150 eggs in 5 days. Photo: Joshua Allard

25-year-old Joshua Allard challenged himself to consume 150 eggs in 5 days. Photo: Joshua Allard

Although he discontinued the controversial diet, Allard continues to consume a high quantity of eggs, considering them a "superfood" due to their healthy fats, high protein content, and essential amino acids. He believes eggs are among the most nutrient-rich foods available, beneficial for muscle, bone, skin, and hair tissue repair and growth, as well as aiding digestion and boosting the immune system.

However, Allard does not recommend consuming 30 eggs daily. He identified the biggest challenge as a lack of natural creatine, essential for muscle energy and brain health. He advises supplementing with fish, red meat, or strawberries and sweet potatoes for vegetarians.

Professor Tom Sanders, a nutrition expert at King's College London, noted that 150 eggs provide approximately 2,000 calories, 195g of protein, 135g of fat (including 35g of saturated fat), and about 10g of cholesterol. While high cholesterol intake may not harm most healthy individuals, some with genetic predispositions are susceptible to increased LDL cholesterol levels, raising the risk of heart disease, heart attacks, and strokes.

Similarly, nutritionist Victoria Taylor from the British Heart Foundation cautioned that excessive egg consumption in a short period can significantly increase LDL ("bad") cholesterol, elevating the risk of cardiovascular disease and stroke. Furthermore, the high protein and fat content in eggs can strain the liver and kidneys.

A 2019 study published in JAMA indicated that every additional 300mg of cholesterol consumed daily could be linked to an 18% increased risk of premature death.

Experts recommend adopting a balanced diet based on medical guidelines rather than following unsubstantiated social media trends.