Eggs Enriched with Omega-3s Could Boost Heart Health for Millions
In this study, researchers wanted to make eggs healthier by adding omega-3 fatty acids through hen feed. They fed one group of hens soybean and fish oil, while the second group got a mix of oils. Eggs from the second group had more alpha-linolenic acid, eicosapentaenoic acid, and docosahexaenoic acid compared to eggs from the first group. These enriched eggs had 4 times more alpha-linolenic acid, 3 times more eicosapentaenoic acid, and 1.75 times more docosahexaenoic acid. The total omega-3 fatty acids in the second group's eggs were 2.8 times higher than in the first group's eggs. When you eat 100 g of these enriched eggs, your body can get 435 mg of alpha-linolenic acid, 18.43 mg of eicosapentaenoic acid, and 218.2 mg of docosahexaenoic acid, which are good for your health.