What color yolk is the healthiest? Separating myth from fact
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A widespread consumer belief, perpetuated by marketing, is that a darker, more vibrant orange egg yolk signifies a healthier, more nutritious egg. This popular assumption leads many people to ask: what color yolk is the healthiest, and is there any nutritional truth behind this colorful myth? The science reveals a more nuanced answer based on a hen's diet and environment, not just its egg's visual appearance.
