From Web MD.
Duck eggs are larger than chicken eggs, with a
larger yolk-to-white ratio that makes them ideal for baked goods. Golden in
color and rich in flavor, baked goods made with duck eggs tend to be moist and
fluffy, rise better, and hold their shape well. Duck eggs are preferred over
chicken eggs for cream and custard fillings because they contain less water and
more fat.
You can cook duck eggs just like chicken eggs
and will find that they have a creamier, richer taste. Some people prefer them
deviled or in omelets or quiches, as they have a stronger flavor than chicken
eggs when eaten plain.
Health Benefits
However you serve them, duck eggs are an
excellent source of nutrition. Their dark yellow yolk indicates that they hold
more antioxidants, more omega-3 fatty acids, and 50% more vitamin A than
chicken eggs.
Build Muscle
Duck eggs offer more protein than chicken
eggs, even taking size into consideration. Protein can help you build lean
muscle, maintain a healthy weight, and recover after exercise or injury.
Support Mental Health
Deficiencies in zinc, magnesium, and selenium
have been linked to depression and fatigue. Eggs contain all three of these
minerals. Duck eggs are an excellent source of selenium, providing almost half
of the daily value in one egg.
Duck eggs also provide vitamin D, the
“sunshine vitamin.” Low levels of vitamin D are associated with depression and
seasonal affective disorder.
Boost Skin Health
Recent studies have shown that B vitamins may improve skin health. There are eight B vitamins, each with their own unique benefit for the skin, and duck eggs contain them all:
Vitamin B1, the “anti-stress vitamin,” can help prevent
stress-related breakouts.
Vitamin B2 helps maintain collagen and reduce
inflammation.
Vitamin B3 can help with acne, eczema, and dermatitis.
Vitamin B5 holds moisture in the skin.
Vitamin B6 aids the body in coping with stress, and
getting enough sleep, preventing inflammation and dry skin.
Vitamin B7 protects the skin from infection and maintains
skin moisture.
Vitamin B9 promotes cell regeneration, the process by
which the body is continuously replacing dead skin cells with new ones.
Vitamin B12 reduces acne, dryness, and inflammation.