Diet had a significant effect on color, flavor and overall acceptability o feggs.
Types and levels of omega-3 fatty acids in feed influence the level of yolk omega-3 fatty acids in egg yolk.
Inclusion of chin into the hens' diet significantly increased the concentration of yolk omega-3 fatty acid without sigificant change in sensory properties.
Keywords
chia seed, eggs, flaxseed, omega-3 fatty acid sensory properties
Practicala Application
Chia seeds are considered as one of the highest sources of cmega-3 fatty acids among plants.
By feeding hens diets that are enriched in omega-3 fatty acid, it is possible to increase omega-3 fatty acid content of the egg.
Such eggs could be a good source of omega-3 for human consumption