What the Yolk Color of Eggs Represent
Why do Egg Yolks Come in Many Different Colors? Egg yolks can range in color from pale yellow to deep orange. But why? There are many misconceptions that egg yolk color represents nutritional value or quality of the eggs, but this is a myth. The color indicates the diet of the hen. A light yellow yolk means the hen ate a wheat based diet. Yolks that are deeper orange color means that the hen ate a diet that was high in carotenoids. Carotenoids are a red pigment found in plants. Dark yolks are common in free range eggs, especially during the summer months. It comes down to the consumers preferred color. Many consumers want their eggs to be bright colored eggs, but it does not mean that the egg has more nutritional value than the other. The Hens Diet There are certain foods that hens should avoid eating to avoid an off flavor in eggs. Garlic and onions are the two most common culprits that may impact egg flavor. A few other foods should be avoided b...
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