Egg is an encapsulated source of macro and micronutrients that meet all requirements to
support embryonic development until hatching. The perfect balance and diversity in its …

In recent years, the replacement of synthetic colorants with natural ones has attracted
increasing consumers' and market interest. Natural colorants include different groups of …

The aim of this study was to evaluate the effect of a supplementation diet for hens consisting
of dried basil herb and flowers of calendula and dandelion for color, carotenoid content, iron …

The emergence of safe and functional eggs for consumer acceptance has gained focus. The
production of carotenoid-enriched eggs has received attention due to its multifunctional …

Carotenoids are organic compounds and widely distributed pigments that provide shades of
yellow, orange or red to agricultural, horticultural and aqua commodities. They not only are …

Astaxanthin (Ax) and lutein are important fat-soluble pigments and essential nutrients for
human and animal health. Haematococcus pluvialis microalga and Phaffia rhodozyma yeast …

Simple Summary Eggs are considered a complete animal food. They are rich in proteins,
essential fatty acids, minerals, and vitamins. By modifying the composition of feed mixtures …

Enhancing the quality of eggs by using natural food sources has become a very important
topic in the last decade. The objective of this study was to determine the influence of natural …

Pomegranate peel is a byproduct of the pomegranate juice industry, rich in bioactive
compounds. The objective of this study was to evaluate the quality and nutritional …

Previous attempts to increase the level of flaxseed in hens' diet for the production of n-3
polyunsaturated fatty acids (n-3 PUFAs)-enriched eggs have been commonly associated …