The Claim

Eggs from pasture-raised hens have been found to contain twice the carotenoid content and three times the omega-3 fatty acid content compared to commercially available cage-free eggs, along with a 5–10 times lower omega-6:omega-3 fatty acid ratio, which is associated with a more favorable nutrient profile that may reduce the risk of chronic diseases such as cardiovascular disease.

Source: Fatty Acid and Antioxidant Profile of Eggs from Pasture-Raised Hens Fed a Corn- and Soy-Free Diet and Supplemented with Grass-Fed Beef Suet and Liver

What the research says

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In plain English

Pasture-raised eggs are more nutritious than regular cage-free eggs — they’ve got more of the good stuff like omega-3s and antioxidants, and a better fat balance that could help keep your heart healthier.

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Eggs from pasture-raised hens contain twice as much carotenoid content and three times more omega-3 fatty acids compared to commercially available cage-free eggs, with a 5–10 times lower omega-6:omega-3 fatty acid ratio, indicating a more favorable nutrient profile linked to reduced risk of chronic diseases such as cardiovascular disease.

What the research says

1 study

  1. Study: Fatty Acid and Antioxidant Profile of Eggs from Pasture-Raised Hens Fed a Corn- and Soy-Free Diet and Supplemented with Grass-Fed Beef Suet and Liver

    The study found that eggs from pasture-raised hens had much more of certain healthy nutrients and a better fat balance than regular cage-free eggs, which matches the claim.

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