Will eating egg yolk make you fat?

Egg yolk

is the nutrient-rich part of eggs, which contains high quality protein, essential amino acids, vitamins and minerals, especially vitamins A, D, E and K, as well as omega-3 fatty acids.

Egg yolk is relatively high in calories, with about 55 kilocalories per egg yolk and about 200 mg of cholesterol. However, eating egg yolk in moderation does not directly lead to weight gain. In fact, nutrients in egg yolk are important for maintaining health.

The problem is that if egg yolk intake is accompanied by high-calorie, high-fat foods, or if total daily calorie intake exceeds the body's energy expenditure, it may lead to weight gain over time.