Advances in understanding and optimizing egg natural defenses against pathogens
摘要
Eggs are an important part of the human diet worldwide, widely recognized for their nutritional properties. Previously considered as the reference protein by the World Health Organization, eggs are a valuable source of macronutrients (proteins, lipids) and micronutrients (vitamins, minerals, trace elements) (Rehault-Godbert et al., 2019). It also offers the advantage of being low in calories and inexpensive, while having exceptional culinary potential. Besides its nutritional interest, the hygienic quality of eggs is also of crucial importance for the table egg industry and the consumer (public health).