Duck Eggs Versus Chicken Eggs — How Do They Compare?
Eggs are an excellent source of nutrition, but their health benefits vary widely depending on their source. Eggs from ducks and chickens offer different nutritional values and flavors to be aware of.
STORY AT-A-GLANCE
Duck eggs are about 50% larger than chicken eggs, but their yolk is much larger — close to double that of the yolk in chicken eggs
Duck eggs contain about 30% more protein than chicken eggs, along with more fat, including beneficial omega-3
Compared to chicken eggs, duck eggs are also a richer source, ounce per ounce, of vitamins A and D,…
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