Some would have you think that eggs — and their yolks in particular — aren’t all they’re “cracked up” to be.
And when we hear people talking about egg yolks being unhealthy, usually the word used is “cholesterol.”
But we’re here to debunk the myth that quail egg yolks are unhealthy. In fact, they’re egg-ceptional eggs-amples of healthy yellow goodness! (All puns intended.)
Are quail eggs high in cholesterol?
It’s true: egg yolks do have relatively high cholesterol content.
But let’s crack open the biggest myth about them: that their cholesterol content is bad for your heart health.
Plus, the antioxidants in quail eggs prevent their cholesterol from being a health risk. A 2018 study out of China even showed eggs to be associated with a lower risk of heart disease.
All this being said, anyone with high cholesterol levels should always be careful with their cholesterol intake, even when it comes to quail eggs.
What else is in quail egg yolks?
Quail eggs are filled with healthy vitamins and minerals, and the majority of those are in the yolk.
When compared to a chicken egg, a quail egg provides about twice the amount of iron, plus greater doses of calcium, magnesium, manganese, phosphorus and zinc.
When it comes to vitamins, quail eggs far surpass chicken eggs in vitamin B2 and also beat them in vitamins E, B1, B3, B5 and B12.
Anything else I should know about quail egg yolks?
Yes! There are loads of health-related reasons to eat quail eggs, both the yolks and the whites. Here are just a few:
Build muscles:A 2017 study of young men revealed that eating whole eggs after resistance training helped build muscles.
Boost your energy: Thanks to the greater yolk-to-white ratio of quail eggs, they provide more energy than chicken eggs.
Lower blood pressure: Compounds found in egg yolks called peptides may help reduce blood pressure, which can lower your risk for cardiovascular disease.
Boost your immune system: Another compound found in the membrane of egg yolks, sulphated glycopeptides, may produce cells to help your body prevent disease.
Prevent gas problems: Proteins in egg yolks can help prevent inflammation in your gastrointestinal system that can lead to gas issues.
Improve eye health: Perhaps it’s fitting that a fried egg resembles an eye because yolks contain healthy doses of lutein and zeaxanthin, which can help protect against eye issues like cataracts and macular degeneration.
Treat respiratory problems: Quail eggs have been used to treat asthma, bronchitis and allergy symptoms.
Boost your brainpower: The amino acids in quail eggs can help improve brain agility and memory.
Help prevent diseases: Quail eggs can help manage or prevent diabetes, prevent and treat kidney disorders, and their antioxidants and nutrients may even help prevent cancer.
Improve your pregnancy: Vitamins in quail eggs like zinc, protein, iron and selenium can help improve the health of pregnant women. Plus, their choline content helps with the fetus’ brain development and after pregnancy, quail eggs can aid in lactation.
Loaded with nutrients and great for your health… clearly, quail eggs are the real deal. They’re no yolk-ing matter!
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As for them being unhealthy? There's nothing to support that at all — in fact, the health benefits are too many to count! Quail egg yolks are a source of vitamin D, which is essential for bone health, and as we mentioned earlier, healthy fats.
However, they are more expensive than chicken eggs. Also, most of these eggs are unpasteurized, so pregnant women and people with compromised immune systems should only eat them if they have been fully cooked. Quail eggs are a healthy and delicious way to mix up the protein sources in your diet.
They are a healthy and delicious way to add more protein, vitamins, and minerals to your diet, so enjoy them in moderation. Talk to your health care provider about any questions or concerns about eggs (quail or otherwise), especially if you have any underlying health issues.
Promotes gut health: Animal studies have demonstrated the beneficial role of quail eggs in an inflammatory condition of the esophagus called eosinophilic esophagitis. Quail eggs may help with other gut conditions such as gastritis and peptic ulcers.
Quail eggs contain more yolk – something to note for those watching their cholesterol. However, they have more fat and protein. While they have higher levels of vitamins and iron, the difference from that of a chicken egg is minimal.
Quail eggs are among the most nutritious foods you can get in your supermarket, providing virtually all the vitamins and minerals you need. It's no wonder people call them a “superfood!” But beyond their health benefits, they also taste amazing.
Although both types of eggs are nutritious, duck eggs tend to contain even higher amounts of some nutrients than chicken eggs, including folate, iron, and vitamin B12. Duck eggs contain as much as 168% or more of the DV for vitamin B12.
The nutritional value of quail eggs is similar to chicken eggs, but since quail eggs are so small, you can eat more of them. Three to four quail eggs is the equivalent of a single chicken egg. Meaning 6 to 12 quail eggs is a reasonable amount to eat per day!
They also have almost 3 times more vitamin B1 and double the vitamin B2 and vitamin A as chicken eggs (1), (2). Sabat adds, “Quail eggs would not stand out as a particular food for weight loss. However, they are nutrient-dense, so they can help with weight loss when eaten as part of a healthy, balanced diet.”
Quail eggs are a rich source of anti-oxidants and essential fatty acids. These eggs are an alkaline forming product and are a natural remedy for stomach ulcers and gastritis. They are also a good source of many minerals such as potassium, magnesium and vitamin B6.
Foods which are reported as having lower histamine levels include most fresh produce, fresh meat, certain fresh/frozen fish, eggs including quail eggs and most fresh herbs.
Eggs are not likely to cause a gout flare-up. Eggs may reduce uric acid levels in the blood and lower the risk of hyperuricemia, which is the term for high uric acid levels. Lowering uric acid levels may help reduce the risk of gout flares.
Quail eggs are considered sustainable because quail require less space and resources to raise than chickens. They can be raised in smaller enclosures while still having enough space to roam freely.
While boiled quail eggs are best eaten fresh, they will keep in the fridge for up to a week whereas raw quail eggs can be kept for four or five weeks (the boiling process removes the egg's protective coating). But my bet is they won't last that long… you'll be popping them in your mouth every time you open the fridge!
Is it OK to eat eggs every day? Because of their numerous benefits, it's OK to eat one whole egg, including the egg yolk, every day if you don't have cardiovascular disease and you do have a healthy level of blood cholesterol. Or you can mix two egg whites with every egg yolk to give yourself more protein.
Quail eggs have 5 times more potassium than chicken eggs (1), (2). Potassium is an essential mineral involved in several important functions of the body. It is a natural vasodilator, so it can open and relax your blood vessels (12). This helps keep blood pressure in check and regulates hypertension.
Quail eggs, being rich in calcium, also prevent rickets in children. You can give one hard-boiled quail egg to a 9-12-month-old baby daily. When your baby turns one year old, you can give them more than 1 quail egg daily. Toddlers between the age of 3 and 10 years can have 2-3 quail eggs daily.
Raising quail for meat and eggs is an egg-citing and feather-raising adventure that's well worth the effort. With their small size, easy upkeep, and charming personalities, quail make the perfect addition to any backyard flock. So don't be afraid to take the plunge—we promise it'll be a quail of a time!
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