Is Your Egg Fresh? Simple Tests to Avoid Food Poisoning

• The Water Test: Fresh eggs sink and lie flat; old eggs float, indicating spoilage due to gas buildup.
• Shell Check: A smooth, slightly grainy shell is good. Cracks, stickiness, or stains suggest spoilage.
• Shake Test: Fresh eggs make no sound when shaken; old eggs slosh, indicating a watery interior.
• Break and Check: Fresh eggs have a firm, yellow/orange yolk and thick, clear white. Spoiled eggs have a strong odor, thin, cloudy, or greenish white.
• Expiration Date & Storage: Always check MFG/EXP dates and store eggs on an inner refrigerator shelf, not the door, to prevent spoilage.

Why It Matters: Use simple tests like the water float, shell check, shake, and visual inspection to ensure egg freshness.