15 Myths about eggs you should stop believing

Eggs shouldn’t be washed and stored in a fridge.

This depends on the country. In some countries, people prefer not to put eggs in the fridge and leave them in a room. American manufacturers (as well as Japanese, Australian, and Scandinavian ones) must wash eggs to prevent salmonellosis.When an egg gets washed, it loses its natural protective layer. To keep a product fresh and prevent bacteria, it’s important to keep it in a cool place. This method helps to increase its shelf life by almost half. In European countries, it’s prohibited to wash eggs as not to destroy their natural protective layer. To prevent salmonellosis, hens are vaccinated.