A prominent weight loss specialist has issued a warning about eggs, suggesting they might be responsible for mysterious weight gain and digestive problems affecting numerous people across Britain.

Despite fitness enthusiasts and social media personalities championing eggs as an ideal protein-rich morning meal, Professor Franklin Joseph from Dr Frank's Weight Loss Clinic believes they could actually be counterproductive for many individuals.

The doctor points out that egg intolerance is frequently overlooked in the UK, with some health bloggers consuming up to half a dozen eggs daily in pursuit of staying "full and lean".

"People assume that because eggs are natural and packed with protein, they must be good for everyone," Professor Joseph stated.

Many Britons consume half a dozen eggs at breakfast in pursuit of staying lean

"But that's simply not true. For some, they can trigger inflammation, gut issues, and even weight gain."

The professor clarified that food intolerances differ from allergies - there's no risk of severe reactions requiring emergency treatment.

However, they can create various problems impacting weight management, energy levels and metabolic function.

"What we see in clinic is that people often turn to eggs as a healthy option when trying to lose weight," Professor Joseph noted.

"But if your body can't digest them properly, it can lead to bloating, fluid retention, low energy and even hormonal disruption - all of which make weight loss harder."

These digestive difficulties can sabotage even the most dedicated weight loss efforts, the doctor warns.

The growing trend of carnivore and animal-based eating plans on social media has led to more people mimicking online personalities without considering their individual dietary needs, according to Professor Joseph.

"Just because it worked for someone online doesn't mean it will work for you," he explained.

"We're seeing a real surge in patients who followed extreme animal-based diets only to find themselves feeling worse - or gaining weight despite cutting carbs."

The doctor explained that blindly following influencer eating habits could backfire, particularly when it comes to foods like eggs that many assume are universally beneficial.

This copycat approach to nutrition ignores the fact that each person's digestive system responds differently to various foods.

Warning signs of egg intolerance can be easy to miss, including tiredness, persistent abdominal fat, headaches, or afternoon hunger pangs following a protein-heavy breakfast.

'Don't assume a food is healthy just because it's trending'

Professor Joseph also recommended that anyone finding it difficult to shed pounds despite maintaining a "clean" diet should consider proper testing.

"If you feel like you're doing everything right but still not seeing results, an intolerance could be the missing piece," he advised. "Don't assume a food is healthy just because it's trending."

Home testing kits for food intolerances can now be purchased online, with facilities such as Dr Frank's providing straightforward options for identifying individual dietary triggers.

"It's not about cutting eggs out for everyone," Professor Joseph clarified. "But if your body doesn't tolerate them, they're not helping - no matter how many grams of protein they contain."