Does feeding laying hens 6% alpha-linolenic acid increase omega-3 in eggs compared to 0.3%?

Alpha-Linolenic Acid & Egg Omega-31 min readUpdated June 10, 2026

What the Evidence Shows

We analyzed the available evidence and found that feeding laying hens a diet with 6% alpha-linolenic acid leads to eggs with significantly higher omega-3 levels compared to a diet with only 0.3% [1]. The evidence we’ve reviewed suggests that this increase is about nine times greater, and the...

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June 10, 2026·Last updated June 10, 2026
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