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Why are some egg yolks darker yellow?
Hens that are fed wheat and barley produce eggs with lighter color yolks. Hens fed green plants, corn and alfalfa produce eggs with darker color yolks. The yolk color does not indicate hen health or egg nutrition. The yolk color also has no relationship to egg quality, flavor, cooking characteristics or shell thickness.
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Where can I learn more about egg nutrition?
Eggs are a natural source of high-quality protein and a number of other nutrients – at only about 70 calories per egg. Nutrition research suggests eggs can play a role in weight management, muscle strength, healthy pregnancy, brain function, eye health and more. For more information on egg nutrition, visit the Egg Nutrition Center.
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