Egg yolk can be yellow, orange, straw-colored, and even pink.
We'll tell you what determines the color of an egg yolk and whether this indicator affects its usefulness.
What You Need to Know About Egg Yolk Color
The color of the yolk depends on several factors, in particular the chicken's diet.
The more carotenoids a chicken receives in its feed, the brighter the yolk.
Carotenoids are found in corn, carrots, pumpkin, alfalfa, and grass.
Secondly, the breed of the chicken plays an important role. Some breeds, such as Leghorn, are genetically predisposed to laying eggs with light yolks.
The age of the hen also matters: young birds lay eggs with lighter yolks.
In addition, the conditions of detention have an effect. Free-roaming hens with access to grass and other green food produce eggs with a brighter yolk.
In terms of nutritional content, the brightly coloured yolk contains more carotenoids, which have a positive effect on vision, the cardiovascular system and skin condition.
Additionally, eggs with brightly colored yolks may contain more vitamins A, D, and E.
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