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4. Chickenfeed is a big business—the feed is fortified with chemicals, growth hormones, etc. for maximum meat production. Stress from a lifetime of confinement and diet designed solely for maximizing their weight all adds up to bad karma for the consumers of eggs.
Once you evaluate the eggs as product of violence and stealing, you can stop at bringing them to your shopping basket and never worry about consuming them."
some freedom of roaming, sunlight etc. But the first two points above apply to them too.
In short, the facts about egg production and consumption include:
No matter what kind of eggs, fertilized or unfertilized and from caged hens or cage-free hens, they all come from hens (a hen is the source) and they are subjected to unlimited cruelty. Thus, all eggs are a product of himsa both directly and indirectly.
Eggs are not necessary for health. In fact, eating eggs is cause for many human diseases.
The production of eggs in India is no different as far as treatment and cruelty to hens. In fact, it may be even worse.
Fortunately, there are many products that can easily replace the use of eggs in cooking; these cooking tips include:
EGG-FREE BAKING TIPS
Vinegar and Baking Soda: For a rising or lightening effect in cakes, cupcakes andbreads, combine 1 teaspoon of baking soda with 1 tablespoon of vinegar.
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Ground Flaxseed: Rich in essential omega-3 fatty acids, 1 tablespoon of ground flaxseed whisked with 3 tablespoons of water in a blender or food processor will replace one egg. Flaxseed works best in nutty, grainy items like pancakes, waffles, bran muffins and oatmeal cookies.
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An Ahimsa Crisis: You Decide
