Expert opinion: Dr. Laurent Chevallier *, nutritionist
“The indications on originally et the breeding method must be inscribed on the shell. Prefer those displaying the numbers “0” or “1”, advises Dr Laurent Chevallier, nutritionist *. This ensures that the hens have been raised in the open air, with enough space to move around and a diet composed mainly of plants. In addition, those stamped “0” are organic: the chicken feed does not contain GMOs.
On the other hand, eggs with the number “2” come from hens raised indoors. And those with the number “3” of hens raised in cages where 18 birds are crammed per m2. At the nutritional level, organic eggs or eggs stamped “1” have the same advantages as other types of eggs, even if hens fed more natural foods produce eggs a little richer in essential fatty acids (Omega 3). ”
To choose your eggs, we open our eyes
Check the use date on the packaging. To avoid the risk of infection that can cause diarrhea and fever, the eggs must be eaten within 28 days of laying. For “soft” or “calf” cooking, only in the first ten days after laying.
“Extra” or “Extra-fresh”. These mentions are not a guarantee of freshness, the best is always to check the date of laying.
Is he good ? If you have any doubts, immerse it in water. If it comes back up, throw it away. Likewise, do not eat an egg with a cracked shell, as it can be contaminated with salmonella and other bacteria.
Sold in bulkat the market. This does not necessarily mean that they are from hens raised in the open air. The only way to find out: look at the number on the shell.
Organic eggs, prefer those from “France”. The letters “FR” are written on it. Because there are more and more imports of organic eggs, and foreign organic labels are not always serious enough.
3 to 5 eggs per week, this is the recommended consumption for children and adults. Do not over-consume, because of its high cholesterol.
Testimonials
Sandra, mother of Mahé, 3 years old and Théo, 9 months: “I buy free-range or organic eggs”
“After seeing a report on the breeding conditions in certain places, I only take eggs from hens raised in the open air. And to eat them boiled or for my children, I take them organic. “
Clélia, mother of Auguste, 2 years old, and Antoinette, 5 months:“Only organic and local eggs”
“I do my shopping in a small organic supermarket which also favors local products. As a result, the eggs I buy come from hens raised near us. ”