There's lots to consider when buying eggs. What does "humanely raised" mean, exactly, and are free-range eggs actually worth the extra cost?
As it turns out, there are many misleading claims on egg cartons. On today's short and sweet episode I'm answering listener Lauren's question about intentional egg purchasing. My goal is to arm you with facts - not marketing gimmicks! - so that you can confidently spend in ways aligned with your values the next time you're at your farmer's market or grocery store.
Here's a preview:
[1:45] Cage-free vs. free range vs. pasture raised: Do these distinctions matter?
[6:00] Want to buy the healthiest eggs? Here's what to look for
[8:30] 4 marketing gimmicks designed to confuse consumers
[11:15] 3 3rd party certifications to look for on your next carton
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- Pete & Gerry's
- Happy Egg Co.
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