What to look for the next time you compare egg cartons
Color can offer a limited clue about what a hen was fed, but it should not be the deciding factor when choosing eggs. “A colorful yolk can be appealing, but when it comes to choosing eggs, look beyond the color.”
Paying a premium for the most visually striking yolk may simply mean paying for a particular feed formula — not for a meaningfully healthier product. Information about farming conditions, diet, and freshness dates provides a more reliable basis for comparison.
Yolk color can hint at what a hen was fed, but the nutrients inside the egg — and the conditions under which it was produced and stored — are what genuinely determine its quality. A striking orange yolk is no guarantee of a better egg.
