The chicken egg is most commonly used in the Polish diet despite the fact that eggs from other species of birds, such as geese, ducks, quail , guinea fowl or turkey, are also available. Tiny quail eggs are also popular, and occasionally duck, goose or giant ostrich eggs. In the gastronomy and for consumption purposes are used primarily hen eggs, while eggs of other poultry species (turkey, duck, goose), due to the low carrying capacity are and intended for hatching purposes and therefore occasionally consumed.
Fat accounts for 9.7%, and consists of triglycerides, phospholipids and cholesterol. The fatty acids in the egg are high in biologically active EFAs (Essential Fatty Acids). In addition, the yolk contains all fat-soluble vitamins A, D, E and K, B vitamins including folic acid, lutein involved in normal vision, and minerals such as iron and zinc. On the other hand, protein is a source of essential amino acids, which makes it characterized by high biological value and can be a substitute for meat in the diet of vegans.
In stores, chicken eggs are usually available in different sizes from S- the smallest to XL - the largest - they differ not only in the weight of 1 piece but also in price. Eggs also have different markings so-called types from 0 to 3, which are located on the shell.
So what do the individual numbers 0, 1, 2 or 3 mean?
Well, eggs marked "0" are eggs from organic farming, where the hens are raised on a conventional farm, they are not given antibiotics and other drugs, and the food comes from organic farming,
Eggs numbered "1" are free-range eggs, and their feed is not subject to strict inspection for organic origin.
Numbered "2" are eggs from barn farming where the hens are allowed to roam around a special coop, but do not go outside and are given special feed.
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