the producer—is much more useful.
Frequently Asked Questions About Golden Egg Yolks
Why is my egg yolk orange instead of yellow?
The most common explanation is the hen’s diet. Pigments called carotenoids can influence yolk color, producing shades ranging from pale yellow to deep orange.
Are orange egg yolks healthier?
Not necessarily. A darker yolk can contain higher levels of certain pigments depending on the hen’s diet, but color alone does not establish that the entire egg is more nutritious.
Do orange yolks mean the chickens were free-range?
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