Eggs are one of the finest cost-effective sources of complete protein. The benefits of eggs are uncountable as they are quite versatile, simple to prepare and enriched in nutrients. However, eggs are also the topic of a number of myths that are just not true. So now we're going to dispel few myths about eggs.
MYTH NO. #1
Eggs should be washed to eliminate dirt
Dry cleaning your eggs is the finest way to clean them. To do so, wipe off any dirt or impurity with something dry and somewhat abrasive until the egg is clean. You can take help of a sponge, loofah, fine sandpaper, or a simply dry cloth of any type. Never clean your eggs with water as whenever an egg shell is moist, it becomes more porous, making it easier for germs to enter the egg. If you can't clean the dirt then the best way is to simply discard them away.
MYTH NO. #2
Raw eggs are better
If you prefer raw eggs for their high protein content, you might be surprised to learn that cooked eggs can actually provide your body with extra protein. Cooking eggs starts to break down the protein making it way simpler to digest and supply your body with more protein to utilize.
MYTH NO. #3
Eggs need to be refrigerated
As long as you don’t clean your eggs with water or any liquid substance like detergent or sanitizer, your eggs will remain perfectly nutrient intact for up to 2-3 weeks at room temperature. You do not need to refrigerate them at all. The only case in which refrigeration is required is when you wash them because it might lead to formation of a bacterial layer. Storing them in egg cartons is more than sufficient. If you still want to store them in fridge then keep them in inner trays but never on the door areas to keep the temperature constant throughout.
MYTH NO. #4
Floating of egg = Deficiency in quality
The egg yolk myths and facts are quite confusing. It’s absolutely true that an egg descends to the bottom of a container and sits sideways when it is very fresh; it stands on one end at the bottom of the bowl, if it is less fresh. And when it floats on surface of the water then it’s old. But, a floating egg in no way indicates a rotten egg or deficiency in its quality proportions. It just signifies that the egg is aged. A discolored yolk or white, as well as an unpleasant odour, are better parameters to estimate the quality level.
MYTH NO. #5
Brown Eggs> White Eggs
The nutritive value of an egg is influenced by the lifestyle and dietary intake of the chicken and the cleanliness of the egg. Shell colour hardly matters at all. Thus, all other factors being equal, brown and white eggs have the same calorie content, vitamins, and minerals. The colour of the eggshell is determined solely by the breed of chicken.