Nash’s pastured hens lay eggs in a variety of colors.
Mother’s Day is this weekend and we know Mom would really enjoy a delicious quiche made with Nash’s eggs for a special breakfast in bed or brunch with her family.
Nash’s hens are raised on pasture and have daily access to grassy fields. Real pastured eggs, in addition to all the usual health benefits of eggs, are superior to commercially-produced eggs where the hens are caged and fed corn, soy and cottonseed. Nash’s pastured hens eat organic grains and legumes from the farm, OMRI-approved supplements, and all the bugs and grass they can find as they forage.
According to a 2007 study by Mother Earth News that compared laboratory tests of eggs from 14 different pastured flocks with USDA nutrient data for commercial eggs, the pastured eggs offered:
- about 2 times more omega-3 fatty acids
- 3 times more vitamin E
- 4-6 times more vitamin D
- 7 times more beta carotene
They also had:
- 1/3 less cholesterol
- 1/4 less saturated fat
- 2/3 more vitamins
Eggs are an excellent source of protein. One egg contains a little over 6 grams, so they are a great way to add protein to your breakfast. We often overlook protein as an important part of breakfast in our busy mornings, but it’s important. It provides us with stable energy throughout the day, rather than just eating carbohydrates. If you hard-boil your eggs ahead of time, you have an easy portable breakfast!
Vitamin B12 and biotin are both B vitamins that are important for many metabolic processes within our bodies, and they are found in high quantities in eggs. They both serve as cofactors for enzymes–keys that unlock chemical reactions that need to happen to maintain our health. They also support our adrenal glands and help maintain a healthy nervous system.
Don’t believe the myths!
People became concerned about eating eggs because of their cholesterol content. Research is showing that the cholesterol content of eggs is not linked to blood cholesterol levels as much as saturated or trans fats is. In fact, according to the Mayo Clinic, a healthy person can have up to seven eggs in a week with no increase in the risk of heart disease. On the other hand, this is not recommended for people with other health conditions, such as diabetes. But if that is not a problem for you, don’t be afraid to up your protein intake with a delicious and nutritious pastured-raised egg!