Egg Yolk Colour & Chicken Health…see more>>>

The colour of an egg yolk is mainly determined by the diet of the chicken, not directly by the chicken’s health. Hens that eat feed rich in carotenoids (pigments found in green leafy vegetables, corn, or special supplements) produce eggs with darker, orange‑red yolks. A pale yellow yolk usually means the hen’s diet lacked these pigments.

Which egg is from a “healthy” chicken?In the photo:
– Egg 1 has a deep orange yolk.
– Egg 2 has a light yellow yolk.
– Egg 3 has an orange‑gold yolk.

None of the yolk colours alone indicate the chicken’s health. A healthy chicken can lay eggs with any of these yolk shades depending on its feed. So the question has no single “right” egg; the focus should be on the hen’s nutrition and overall care, not just yolk colour.

Practical tips for consumers1. Nutrition: Darker yolks often signal higher levels of certain nutrients like lutein, but nutritional value also depends on the hen’s overall diet and living conditions.
2. Quality check: Look for eggs with firm whites and intact shells; these are general signs of freshness and good handling.
3. Ask the source: If you want healthier eggs, choose producers who provide balanced, nutrient‑rich feed and good welfare conditions for their hens.