U.S. poultry and eggs not only taste good but they are also good for you. Read on to find more information about their health benefits.
Eggs
- High quality protein, essential vitamins and minerals, and is very affordable.
- The American Heart Association has declared that an egg a day is permitted, and data fully supports that “an egg or two a day really is okay.”
- The egg yolk can potentially be a preventative strategy against age related degeneration.
- Eggs are inspected by the USDA and graded accordingly
Chicken
- Chicken has no carbohydrates and is lower in fat than beef and pork.
- Because chicken is lean and high in protein, it is considered one of the healthiest foods humans consume.
- Chicken is one of the most versatile foods in the world, it can be roasted, fried, barbequed, microwaved, pre-cooked, and found ready to eat.
- USDA inspectors to maintain the highest quality in the world inspect U.S. chicken.
- Because USDA inspectors are highly trained, any sign of disease within a carcass is detected very early.
- Hormones are not used to raise chickens, only antibiotics are provided to the birds to prevent disease.
Duck
- Duck is high in protein and iron and low in carbs.
- U.S. Ducks are raised indoors for protection from the elements; this helps them be of the highest quality possible.
- Raised on nutritious grains such as soybeans and corn.
- Shipped in climate controlled containers.
- Natural breeding and feeding without compromising the flavor.
- The USDA, like chicken and turkey, federally inspects ducks.
- Additives are not allowed on fresh duck or goose.
Turkey
- Turkey has lower calories and more protein than beef or pork.
- USDA officials use the same methods to inspect turkey and chicken, this maintains the standard of high quality.
- Turkey provides the opportunity for quick meal preparation.
- With a low flavor profile and fat content, turkey makes it easy to add other meat products to make a 100% poultry product.
- It blends well with other meat materials for a delicious taste