Look, if you have familial hypercholesterolemia or your doctor has told you to keep a strict watch on every milligram of cholesterol, then sure—maybe have scallops as a treat, not a daily staple. But for 99% of people? Eat the scallops. Seriously. The cholesterol scare is largely outdated science. Your liver produces 80% of your cholesterol; what you eat barely nudges the needle for most folks.
So next time someone at a dinner party starts “concern-trolling” your scallop order, just smile, pop one in your mouth, and say, “Uncle Dave, pass the lemon.” And for the love of all things healthy, don’t drown them in butter. Your heart—and your waistline—will thank you. Now, go forth and crustacean.
