Eggs Are Now Among the Most Expensive Proteins Due to Global Supply Shocks

Eggs are nature’s protein powerhouse, delivering ~6g of complete protein each. But in 2024, the price has skyrocketed. Why? A combination of avian flu outbreaks 🦠, rising feed and transportation costs 📦, and supply chain issues.
This spike in cost doesn’t reduce their nutritional value—it just challenges your grocery budget. With essential nutrients like choline, B12, and D3, eggs still outperform most alternatives per gram of quality protein.

Conclusion: Eggs remain elite—but understanding the global disruptions helps you adapt and diversify your protein sources wisely.

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