Comparing the fat profiles of enriched and classic eggs
Omega-3 enriched eggs are on the shelves in food stores around the country. An enriched eggs is the same as a classic egg, except it contains higher levels of the polyunsaturated fatty acid called omega-3.
Here’s a comparison of fats in enriched eggs vs “classic” eggs.
- Omega-6: 0.7 g (0.7 g)
- Omega-3: 0.4 g (0.04 g)
- Monounsaturated: 1.6 g (2.0 g)
- Saturated: 1.2 g (1.5 g)
- Cholesterol: 185 mg (190 mg)
There’s 10 times the omega-3 in an enriched egg.
Illustration: Egg Innovations
10/22/06 22:02 JR
