Best option:
Store them as they are, without washing them, and always in the refrigerator.
Also, avoid placing them in the refrigerator door: the constant opening and closing creates temperature and humidity changes, deteriorates the shell, and accelerates aging.
The danger of raw eggs
For years, consuming raw eggs or egg white shakes was popular for “gaining muscle mass.” But this causes two problems:
1. Reduced nutrient absorption
Raw eggs contain avidin, a protein that binds to biotin (vitamin B7), preventing its absorption. This vitamin is key for the nervous system, skin, and hair.
Furthermore, the digestion of raw protein is incomplete: only about 50% is absorbed.
When an egg is cooked, its protein unfolds, and the body can absorb up to 90%.
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