Does increasing alpha-linolenic acid in hen feed increase omega-3 fatty acids in eggs?

Alpha-Linolenic Acid & Eggs1 min readUpdated June 10, 2026

What the Evidence Shows

We analyzed the available evidence and found that when hens are fed more alpha-linolenic acid, their eggs tend to contain higher levels of omega-3 fatty acids, including EPA and DHA [1]. This pattern was observed across all 10 studies we reviewed, with no studies showing the opposite result. ...

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Assessment of omega-3 and omega-6 fatty acid profiles and ratio of omega-6/omega-3 of white eggs produced by laying hens fed diets enriched with omega-3 rich vegetable oil

DOI: 10.1515/opag-2022-0274

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