Are Pasture Raised Eggs Higher in Omega-3? Unpacking the Nutritional Differences
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According to research published in the journal *Nutrients*, eggs from pasture-raised hens can have significantly higher levels of omega-3 fatty acids compared to their cage-free counterparts, along with a more favorable omega-6 to omega-3 ratio. This confirms the belief that a chicken’s diet and living conditions play a crucial role in the nutritional profile of its eggs, and pasture raised eggs are indeed higher in omega-3s.
