Nutrition
Our farm has been producing the highest quality eggs for New Englanders for four generations. We provide our customers with eggs fresh from our farm in the heart of the White Mountains in New Hampshire to your kitchen. We receive many letters and e-mails from our customers thanking us for providing them with fresh, cage free organic eggs! We often receive e-mails from customers such as one:
Deanna from Kings Park, NY who writes, "Love your eggs! Your eggs brought back memories of how eggs should taste. We had a small working family farm growing up and all of our chickens were range free fed organic."
Now you have a wholesome choice. You can even see the difference! The yolks are deep golden, yellow and we are sure that you will taste the freshness. We pack our eggs the day before each delivery so freshness is guaranteed. Look for our eggs in recycled plastic packaging with the Pete and Gerry's logo.
Did you know. . . ?
- We use a unique vegetarian feed: no antibiotics, no pesticides, and no animal by-products.
- Our hens are fed certified organic flaxseed, which contains high levels of Omega-3 fatty acids. The Omega-3 in the hen's diet is passed on to their egg. Our eggs contain approximately 200mg of Omega-3 per egg. Omega-3 fatty acids can help prevent heart disease, diabetes, obesity, and even ease arthritis pain.
- Egg protein is the most nutritious readily-available, complete protein known- it is the standard of comparison for other proteins. All of the essential amino acids (building blocks of protein) are present in such generous quantities that egg protein may be used to supplement other foods.
- About two-thirds of the fats in eggs are unsaturated. These are the liquid, readily digestible fats. Lecithin and other fatty materials in the yolk make the egg valuable in cooking. These substances help make stable salad dressing, cake batters, cream puffs, and other similar foods. Even with all these nutrients, a Large egg contains only 80 calories.
- Eggs are especially useful for those who watch their weight, providing nutritious, light food. Egg energy comes from protein and fat, so a meal with an egg entrée gives you a satisfied feeling and sticks with you - yet does not load you down with calories.
- Eggs are a great source of choline. Choline is needed for cell functions in the body such as nerve and brain functions. Choline is especially important for women who are pregnant. Choline helps with brain and memory development of the baby.
Nutrition Information
2 Pete and Gerry's Organic Eggs contain 400mg of Omega 3
| Serving Size | 1 egg (50g) |
| Amount Per Serving | |
|---|---|
| Calories | 70 |
| Calories from Fat | 40 |
| % Daily Value | |
| Total Fat | 4.5g (7%) |
| Saturated Fat | .5g (8%) |
| Cholesterol | 250 mg (71%) |
| Sodium | 65 mg (3%) |
| Total Carbohydrate | 1g (0%) |
| Protein | 6g (10)% |
| Vitamin A | 6% |
| Vitamin C | 0% |
| Calcium | 2% |
| Iron | 4% |
| Percent daily values are based on a 2000 calorie diet. Your daily values may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs. | |
Man's Most Nutritious Food
Eggs are designed by nature to supply all of the nutrients, needed in the development of a healthy, sturdy chick. Except for the shell, there is no waste- the egg meat is fully and easily digested. (The shell could be eaten too, as an excellent source of calcium!) Egg protein is the most nutritious readily-available, complete protein known- it is the standard of comparison for other proteins. All of the essential amino acids (building blocks of protein) are present in such generous quantities that egg protein may be used to supplement other foods.
About two-thirds of the fats in eggs are unsaturated. These are the liquid, readily digestible fats. Lecithin and other fatty materials in the yolk make the egg valuable in cooking. These substances help make stable salad dressing, cake batters, cream puffs, and other similar foods.
Even with all these nutrients, a Large egg contains only 80 calories.
Eggs are especially useful for those who watch their weight, providing nutritious, light food. Egg energy comes from protein and fat, so a meal with an egg entrée gives you a satisfied feeling and sticks with you- yet does not load you down with calories.
Egg Myths and Facts
MYTH: Consumption of dietary cholesterol is the leading factor for heart disease.
FACT: Scientific studies have shown that saturated fat in the diet increased the risk of heart disease more than dietary cholesterol intake. And while a Large egg has 215 mg of cholesterol, it only contains 1.5 grams of saturated fat. More importantly, eggs provide antioxidants, folate, and other B vitamins that have been shown to decrease heart disease risk.
MYTH: Egg yolks are high in fat and contribute little else to the diet.
FACT: Egg yolks contain 45% of the egg's protein, numerous minerals, and the majority of the egg's vitamins. And they provide all of this for only 59 calories (a whole egg has 75 calories) and 4.5 grams of total fat, 1.5 grams of which are saturated fat.
MYTH: Egg grade is based on Size.
Size is relative!
FACT: Size and grade are two entirely different factors bearing no relationship to one another. GRADE refers to the interior and exterior quality of the egg at the time of packing. Egg packers follow state standards that conform to federal regulations. In addition, the USDA grade shield on an egg carton certifies that the eggs have been processed, packaged, and certified for grade under continuous supervision of USDA.
MYTH: An egg that floats in a glass of salt-water is not fresh.
FACT: This test has no relationship to the freshness of table eggs. While eggs do take in air as they age, the size of the air cell varies from egg to egg when they are laid. Consequently a freshly- laid egg and an older egg might react very similarly.
MYTH: It takes too long to prepare a meal with eggs.
Good Morning!
FACT: When hunger strikes, count on eggs. In less than 15 minutes, you can be enjoying a satisfying scramble, omelet, or frittata. Depending on the other ingredients you choose, these dishes can contain foods from all groups of the Food Guilde Pyramid making them a complete meal. Combine eggs with leftover vegetables, pasta, or chicken for creative meals that are easy, inexpensive, and nutritious.
