Karsten H. et al.

doi:10.1016/j.ped.2009.10.018

Summary

Observational study examining Nutrient content of eggs from hens with outdoor access compared to indoor hens (USA scope). Analyses associations across outcomes and key measures (2× DHA; 30–60% more lutein/zeaxanthin; measures: FA profiling; HPLC carotenoids). Relevant to nutrition & health decision-making, with UK notes: Relevant for UK free-range/organic.

UK applicability

Relevant for UK free-range/organic

Key measures

FA profiling; HPLC carotenoids

Outcomes reported

2× DHA; 30–60% more lutein/zeaxanthin

Theme: Nutrition & health
Subject: Nutrition & health
Study type: Observational Study
Study design: Comparative observational
Source type: Peer-reviewed study
Status: Published
Geography: USA
System type: Pasture vs indoor systems
DOI: 10.1016/j.ped.2009.10.018
Catalogue ID: XL0016

Topic tags

nutrition

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