Friday, August 25, 2017

How to hack a chicken egg: feed them marigolds!

How to hack a chicken egg: feed them marigolds!
Did you know that you can hack your chickens to get orange egg yolks and a richer colored meat? It's true. Today I want to talk about how it's done, and if it's truly a hack or maybe more of a shortcut? I'll also let you know what you need to feed your hens to get orange colored egg yolks.

farm fresh eggs

Those of us that raise chickens will tell you the eggs are healthier when hens free range and/or have access to grass and bugs. These  have a higher nutritional value then commercial chicken feed. The yolks of the eggs from free range hens also have a richer color. According to Hobby Farms free range eggs have:
  • less cholesterol
  • less saturated fat
  • increased vitamins A, E and D
  • more omega-3 fatty acids
  • more beta carotene

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How to hack a chicken egg: feed them marigolds!was originally posted by Favorite Chicken Blogs

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