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Production System Research on Stress Levels

April 27, 2012

Below is an extract on an article from the University of Sydney relating to research completed by Dr Jeff Downing from the Faculty of Veterinary Science

Author: Geoff Sondergeld

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Study: Free-range or cage-produced eggs have no nutritional difference

April 4, 2012

Eggs produced by free-range hens are often perceived by the public to be nutritionally superior to eggs obtained from layers kept in traditional battery cages. However, a recent scientific study has called this popular perception into question by finding essentially no differences in the nutritional quality of eggs produced by hens from both management systems, said the Poultry Science Association (PSA).

Author: Geoff Sondergeld

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Eggs and Heart Disease Risk

April 4, 2012

It has been assumed that a limit on egg consumption will reduce the risk of coronary heart disease (CHD). However, scientific evidence shows little association between egg intake and the risk of CHD and stroke in most people. This is because the dietary cholesterol eggs contain has only a small effect on blood cholesterol levels.

Author: Geoff Sondergeld

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Frequently Asked Questions about Darling Downs Fresh Eggs

March 7, 2012

What is the best way to store Darling Downs Fresh Eggs eggs?

Author: Geoff Sondergeld

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Eggs the Perfect Hangover Food

February 6, 2012

Research recently conmducted by the British Egg Council found the following interesting results. An extract from the article is published below.

Author: Geoff Sondergeld

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