Vol. 11, Issue 12 (2022)

Egg is a popular food item for all societies of the world, because of its excellent nutrients profile, less cost and versatility in food preparation. Chicken eggs supply all essential amino acids for humans and provide several vitamins and minerals, including retinol (vitamin A), riboflavin (vitamin B2), folic acid (vitamin B9), vitamin B6, vitamin B12, choline, iron, calcium, phosphorus and potassium. Although, the health conscious people are most of neglected essential fatty acids (EFA) and rich source of polyunsaturated fatty acids (PUFA), omega-3 fatty acids, vitamins and minerals. Various studies suggest that high amount of Polyunsaturated Fatty Acids (PUFA) in the diet of human beings promote the infant health and reduces the chances of atherosclerosis, heart attack and stroke. The beneficial effects of omega-3 fatty acids are faster development and enhanced functioning of brain, less chance of heart attack, better oxygen deliver to tissues and some support in rheumatoid arthritis, inflammatory disorders and other diseases. So in order to curb the prevalence of chronic diseases and several attempts were made to modify the eggs by adding ingredients which are beneficial for the health or by eliminating or reducing components that are harmful. This modification resulted in development of functional egg. Eggs can be designed through dietary approaches either through supplementation of specific nutrients, or certain herbs or specific drugs that have functional and therapeutic properties. Designer egg greatly increases the context of functional foods for human health.