With essential vitamins and minerals as well as the highest nutritional content of any food, eggs are a beneficial inclusion in a healthy diet. Some of the specialty eggs now available include:
Omega-3 Eggs These are produced by giving hens feed that contains a higher proportion of omega-3 and vitamin E. There is increasing recognition among medical and nutrition professionals of the importance of omega-3 for heart health.
Vegetarian Eggs These eggs are produced from hens that are fed a diet that does not contain any ingredient sourced from either meat or fish. Vegetarian eggs can only be sourced from barn or cage systems.
Organic Eggs These are produced under a free range system from hens that are fed a diet that is 95% organically grown. There are a number of systems in Australia that certify organic egg production.