Brown vs white egg: How to know the difference between white and brown colored eggs and which egg will be better for your health, read the whole news
Brown vs white egg: Chicken eggs come in two colors white and brown and both are easily available in the market. So which one should you choose? Is one egg more nutritious than the other? or tastier? Read below to know how to tell the difference between white and brown eggs and which one is better for your health.
The color of the egg mostly depends on the breed of the hen and the pigments produced by the hen. Other factors like diet, stress level, and environment can also affect the color of the egg. There is no nutritional difference between the two eggs. Instead, the diet and environmental factors of the hen can affect the nutrition of the egg. Talking about nutritional value, one large egg contains about 6.3 grams of protein, 0.3 grams of carbohydrates, and 4.7 grams of fat. In addition, one egg contains about 0.8mg iron, 0.6mg zinc, 15.4mg selenium, 23.5mg folate, 147mg choline, 0.4 mcg of vitamin B12, and 80 mcg vitamin A.
No difference between brown and white eggs
Several studies have been conducted to determine if there is a nutritional difference between white and brown eggs, which have found that the color of the shell is related to the quality or type of egg. No effect on nutrient profile. The only difference found mainly is the pigment of the shell.
Which one is healthy
Many people believe that a certain color egg is healthier or tastier than the other. However, the fact is that all types of eggs (brown or white) are nutritionally similar. That's why both eggs are a healthy option for you.
(Disclaimer: The information given here is based on home remedies and general knowledge. Must take medical advice before adopting it. Kalamtimes does not confirm it.)
