Duck Egg Health Benefits and Nutrition Facts

Nutritional summary

Duck eggs contain a higher concentration of polyunsaturated fatty acids (PUFA) (fats that are liquid at room temperature and include essential omega-3s) compared to hen, goose, or turkey eggs .
The mineral and trace element content in duck eggs is generally higher than that of hen eggs, particularly for calcium, iron, selenium, and zinc .
Duck eggs are notably higher in dietary cholesterol than hen eggs, though systematic reviews of egg consumption generally show no significant link between moderate intake and increased risk of cardiovascular disease in healthy populations .
Early research suggests that some children with a hen's egg allergy may be able to tolerate duck eggs, though this is based on limited case series and requires medical supervision .

Interesting fact

Duck eggs have thicker shells than chicken eggs, which helps them stay fresh longer and makes them a popular choice for decorative egg crafts like pysanky.

Standout nutrients

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Vitamin B12

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Choline

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Pantothenic acid

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Riboflavin (Vitamin B2)

174

kcal per 100g

Protein13.6g

Fat12.8g

Carbs0.52g

Sugar0.93g

Fat breakdown

Polyunsat1.50g

Monounsat5.78g

Saturated3.33g

Trans0.10g

Seasonality

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Diet

Gluten FreeDairy FreeKetoPaleo

Sustainability

Lighter footprint

Duck farming can integrate sustainable and regenerative practices, such as natural pest control and rotational grazing, which enhance soil quality and reduce reliance on chemical pesticides.

Storage

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Data & Sources

Harmonized from 2 validated sources

French Food Database

1 contributing source food

McCance & Widdowson

1 contributing source food

Claim citations

Eggs - The Nutrition Source

[1]nutritionsource.hsph.harvard.edu

Eggs as a Nutrient-Rich Food with Potential Relevance to Sleep Metabolic Health, and Well-Being During the Menopausal Transition: A Narrative Review - PMC

[2]pmc.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov

Nutritional Aspects of Eggs for a Healthy and Sustainable ... - PMC

[3]pmc.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov

Case Series - Egg Allergic Children Able to Tolerate Duck Egg - Health Research Authority

[8]www.hra.nhs.ukhra.nhs.uk

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Nutrients

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