I used to pick brown eggs without even checking the price.
They just felt healthier.
Darker shell. Slightly expensive. More “organic-looking.”
White eggs? They felt basic.
One day I stopped mid-shopping and asked myself:
Am I choosing nutrition… or just color psychology?
That question changed how I look at eggs forever.
White eggs and brown eggs have nearly identical nutrition.
- Same protein (about 6–7g per egg)
- Same calories
- Same fat
- Same vitamins and minerals
There is no hidden nutrient advantage in brown eggs.
The only real difference?
The breed of the hen.
White-feathered hens usually lay white eggs.
Brown-feathered hens usually lay brown eggs.
That’s it.
No superfood status. No secret boost.
https://aboutfitness.in/signs-of-low-protein/: White vs Brown Eggs: The Difference Is Not What You Think
🧠 Why Do Brown Eggs Feel Healthier?
Because our brain associates brown with:
- Natural
- Organic
- Farm-fresh
- Less processed
White, on the other hand, feels commercial and factory-made.
But shell color has nothing to do with processing.
In fact, brown eggs often cost more simply because brown hens are larger and eat slightly more feed. Production cost is higher — not nutritional value.
You’re not paying for better health.
You’re paying for the bird’s appetite.
If someone blindfolded you, chances are you wouldn’t know the difference.
Taste depends more on:
- The hen’s diet
- Freshness of the egg
- Storage conditions
A fresh white egg can taste better than an old brown egg.
Color doesn’t control flavor.
Instead of obsessing over white vs brown, check:
- Is it fresh?
- Is it free-range or cage-free (if that matters to you)?
- Is the source reliable?
Those factors can influence quality more than shell shade ever will.
Those factors can influence quality more than shell shade ever will.
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