Chicken Eggs vs Duck Eggs

layotte25 · Post by **layotte25** » Tue Dec 15, 2015 5:33 pm

Hi everyone,

Has anyone tried duck eggs? According to the blood test I had, I reacted to chicken eggs. But who knows if that is even accurate. I am wondering if I would react to duck eggs as well? I read that they are easier to digest. Does anyone know about this? Would the proteins be different?

Thanks,

Leanne

Post by **tex** » Tue Dec 15, 2015 6:14 pm

Hi Leanne,

You're correct that the reliability of blood tests for detecting food sensitivities leaves a lot to be desired, but if you do happen to be sensitive to eggs, most people in that situation seem to be able to tolerate eggs from other birds (and probably reptiles, for that matter). We have several members who seem to do OK with duck eggs. Turkey eggs are another option, if you can find them.

Tex

Hopeful · Post by **Hopeful** » Tue Dec 15, 2015 6:26 pm

I think duck eggs are delicious. They can be tough and rubbery if overcooked, though. I like them best hard boiled just right.

Interesting about chicken sensitivities. My enterolab results indicated only a mild problem, but I had an injection in my knee the other day with a substance that's derived from rooster combs. Had D twice and rather urgent over the next couple of hours. No problem since, thank goodness.

chris

layotte25 · Post by **layotte25** » Tue Dec 15, 2015 6:31 pm

Chris- how interesting! My reaction was mild as well. When I would eat chicken eggs I would generally be fine if they were scrambled and not eaten everyday. But if I fried the egg forget it. I'm glad you like the duck eggs. I am going to go to my local whole foods and see if they have them. Glad you're okay. I would have never thought about that. I have not gotten a flu shot though in years because I am afraid.

Thanks!

Leanne

Gabes-Apg · Post by **Gabes-Apg** » Wed Dec 16, 2015 12:42 pm

Also keep in mind it can also depend on what they are fed.
commercial farms use alot of grain based seed -wheat, corn, soy

most people with ducks may not supplement the feed with grains as much as they do for large chicken farms.
(does that make sense)

layotte25 · Post by **layotte25** » Wed Dec 16, 2015 1:08 pm

That makes a lot of sense! I never thought about that before. I can't even find duck eggs near me. How do I know what chicken eggs are fed when I buy them?

Gabes-Apg · Post by **Gabes-Apg** » Wed Dec 16, 2015 2:22 pm

that is the REALLY tricky part.....

if you live in large city then it is difficult.
Free Range reduces grain intake, but there is likely to be grain supplementation to them

i live rural and via farmers markets was able to confirm with the farmer, what they feed their chickens. I can have eggs every day if they are soy free ie the chook is not feed any soy and minimal wheat.
eggs that come from chickens that are fed lots of grain, i struggle with.

(interestingly the farmer told me that the soy based grains reduced the health of the chooks and reduced their egg output!! he was also grinding the grain/feed to optimise the health of the chooks)

now i am living on a farm and I see what the chooks are fed, 95% vegescraps from the owner and myself and natural proteins in the soil, grubs etc
the only grain they are getting is the overflow from my bird feeders for the native birds

Hopeful · Post by **Hopeful** » Thu Dec 17, 2015 7:26 am

You are lucky to live on a farm in a warmer climate, Gabes.

I have raised chickens and ducks and pigs but our grazing weather here is 7 months at best. We have to supplement with grains in the winter. But we do feed our stock lots of veggie waste and the poultry are housed in our compost yard and spend their days foraging for bugs, worms, etc. Ducks adore slugs and snails!
I have also had good luck sprouting grains and legumes (not soy) and feeding the sprouted seeds/shoots to the animals. I use oats, barley, buckwheat, and lentils. They really love it, and it's predigested and more nutrient-dense. But it sure it a lot of work to keep the sprout set-up watered and growing.

This fall, I "adopted out" the last of my poultry. My health/age are just not up to the task of livestock care over the brutal winter. Younger readers out there with a bit of land should think about keeping their own poultry. Ducks, in particular, are really comical and friendly (and even more "poopy" than us MC'ers!). Give them a little kiddy pool with water and watch them PARTY ON!
Chris

Gabes-Apg · Post by **Gabes-Apg** » Thu Dec 17, 2015 12:28 pm

in some aspects I am making the most of current situation

4 years ago I was in a capital city, trying to work 50-60 hours a week. It was not doing my health any favours.
All my research about food, nutrition and attaining wellness, things had to change.
I lived there for 20 years, and my close friends are there and I miss them immensely.
so being at peace with what is, going with the flow, it is a case of making the most of what is....

in line with this, we cant do EVERYTHING perfectly, we just have to do the best we can based on where we live, our budget, our lifestyle, what we can access,

Hopeful · Post by **Hopeful** » Thu Dec 17, 2015 6:14 pm

So true, Gabes.

I'm a recovering "type A" myself. These days I try to do the best with what I've got.

I'm a great believer in the saying, "bloom where you're planted".

Have a peaceful Christmas and a healthy new year...
Chris

hollyweb · Post by **hollyweb** » Tue Jul 05, 2016 11:25 am

Realizing this is not a new post, I still wanted to express appreciation for the input on the eggs - how interesting this is in so many ways!! Never would have thought about duck eggs, nor how the grain-feeding can affect one's health. The phrases thrown out there like "eat only organic meats, hormone and antibiotic free" or "eat only free range chicken / eggs" don't provide the insight needed for people, especially newbies already in crisis trying so hard to make good choices, to understand how to select their foods!!

Love your quotes "Bloom where you're planted" and "I am making the most of current situation ... " You've no idea how inspiring this wisdom is!! As a newbie, I know that I need to accept, accept, accept that MC is part of my life, and release, release, release the negativity and struggle around the whole thing. I'm beginning to realize that no matter how much one has been through in Life, and no matter one's age, support system/lack of support system, or how strong a person we really are ... this process takes TIME. I don't think there's any way around that, and having said that, I don't think it makes anyone less of a person, or less strong of a person, to take that in.

In another discussion, a member spoke so eloquently about her being able to "forgive" herself, and that's when her healing really started. I guess I'm trying to say that this sort of human growth takes TIME. It's good to be gentle to ourselves. It's so wonderful to have this forum, with others to talk to and share with who truly get it. And having such a variety of people with their unique experiences (MC can almost be a "code" word for "Life") is, quite simply, a life-line, at least for me, and I'm sure many others, especially in the first year or so.

Thank you to every one of you for being part of this forum and so willing to teach, mentor and share!!

~ Holly

Post by **tex** » Tue Jul 05, 2016 12:03 pm

Holly wrote:In another discussion, a member spoke so eloquently about her being able to "forgive" herself, and that's when her healing really started. I guess I'm trying to say that this sort of human growth takes TIME. It's good to be gentle to ourselves. It's so wonderful to have this forum, with others to talk to and share with who truly get it. And having such a variety of people with their unique experiences (MC can almost be a "code" word for "Life") is, quite simply, a life-line, at least for me, and I'm sure many others, especially in the first year or so.

You're so right. It's natural to initially blame our body for letting us down and preventing us from continuing to enjoy life doing all the things that we did in the past, as if it's our body's fault that it now has MC. Actually, because most cases of MC are caused by medications, stress, overindulgences in sugar or alcohol (that lead to leaky gut), or other diet problems such as food sensitivities or chronic mineral or vitamin deficiencies (such as magnesium and vitamin D), our body is actually an innocent victim in virtually all cases.

And recognizing that fact is vitally important, because we have to have our body's cooperation in order to get better. Unfairly blaming our body for our troubles is counterproductive, to say the least. If we blame our body, that implies that we can't trust it. But if we can't trust our own body then how can we expect to partner with it to regain control of our health and our life?

That said, I will certainly concede that it's tough to trust a body that loses control of its bowel function at the drop of a hat. We have to show a lot of compassion and realize that our body isn't trying to pull off a mutiny just to be ornery. It's extremely ill and it needs all the help and understanding it can get.

Tex

hollyweb · Post by **hollyweb** » Tue Jul 05, 2016 12:58 pm

YES! Thank you, Tex.

~ Holly

Gabes-Apg · Post by **Gabes-Apg** » Tue Jul 05, 2016 2:05 pm

HOlly
thanks for taking the time to read these posts and share your thoughts, and express thoughts and feelings with us.

Glad that these conversations are helping

and yes... Time (and patience with the process) is key to good healing

hollyweb · Post by **hollyweb** » Tue Jul 05, 2016 3:35 pm

Thank you, Gabes, for your reply and encouragement!! Without digging deep, remembering who we truly are as people, realizing we are not perfect and have been given a challenge none of us would wish on anybody, and then sharing those insights for the purpose of helping others even as we receive support ourselves ... well, as I've said before, I'm determined not to let LMC define me!! This support group here makes that possible. Just knowing I have a place to turn to to ask questions, receive guidance and help with things like labs, meds, doctors, what in the heck we can eat ... well, it just means everything. I know I'm not alone. Thank you again!!

~ Holly