Clean eating is becoming a growing priority for many households, as consumers take a closer look at the foods we bring home and what goes into them. Today, more shoppers are reaching for “clean-label” options: foods that are kept as close to their natural state as possible, with simple ingredients, minimal processing, and standards that are easy to recognize.[1]
Eggs are one of the best examples of a clean-label product. As a single whole food, they deliver meaningful nutrition without unnecessary ingredients, and their quality is closely tied to how the hens are raised. When eggs come from farms that prioritize animal welfare, transparency, and responsible practices, they naturally align with clean-label expectations.
That’s where Nellie’s Free Range Eggs come in. As a brand built around responsible, transparent farming, Nellie’s offers an example of how clean-label principles extend beyond nutrition to the way eggs are produced.
The Clean Nutrition of Nellie’s Free Range Eggs
Eating clean is about knowing what’s in your food - and what’s not. Choosing foods in as natural a state as possible helps us avoid overly processed options and increase our intake of nutrient-dense foods.[1]
A single Nellie’s egg might look small, but it’s packed with nutrition. Each large egg contains about 6 grams of protein and all nine essential amino acids, making it a complete protein that supports muscle maintenance as part of a balanced diet.[2]
Beyond protein, Nellie’s Free Range eggs are a good source of choline and also provide omega-3 fatty acids, which play a role in normal brain and nervous system function.[3][4] Thanks to their nutrient density, eggs now meet the FDA’s updated definition of a “healthy” food.[4]
With all of this at just 70 calories per egg,[2] Nellie’s Free Range eggs offer a nutrient-dense, family-friendly source of energy that fits a wholesome diet. They’re proof that simple, clean foods can be satisfying and wholesome.
Clean Living is Important for Our Hens, Too!
Clean-label nutrition isn’t just about short ingredient lists or straightforward nutrition facts. It includes transparent sourcing and responsible production to ensure that what’s inside the carton matches what’s promised on the label. Clean eggs come from hens raised in clean, well-managed environments.
At Nellie’s Free Range, the “free range” refers to Certified Humane® Free Range standards, meaning our hens have space to stretch, forage, and dust-bathe just as nature intended. Each hen has at least 2 square feet of outdoor space for regular access to sunshine, fresh air, and plenty of room to engage in their natural behaviors.[6][8]
At Nellie’s Free Range, clean-label means our hens receive:
- No preventative antibiotics
- No added hormones
- Specialized attention to their nutritional needs[5]
- A life free of cages with regular outdoor access[6][7]
When hens live well, families can feel confident about how their eggs are produced. To us, that’s the importance of clean-label nutrition: bringing natural foods to you from sources where kindness, animal welfare, and transparency are core values.
Conclusion: Clean Nutrition and Kind Values
Clean-label nutrition is about carefully choosing food that is produced responsibly with transparent practices. For eggs, that means hens raised with care from family farms that closely follow verified standards like Certified Humane®. It’s the foundation for Nellie’s Free Range eggs. We’re proud to make eggs that are as honest as they are delicious, nourishing families while setting a higher standard for what “clean label nutrition” really means.
When eggs are produced this way, families can feel confident about what they’re bringing home. Clean eating becomes simpler, too. The nutrition inside each egg reflects the transparency and animal care behind it. Choosing Nellie’s Free Range Eggs is a way to support farming rooted in kindness while bringing straightforward, clean-label nutrition to your kitchen.
Frequently Asked Questions about Nellie’s Free Range Eggs
Q: What does free-range mean?
A: At Nellie’s, “free range” means our hens enjoy outdoor access for much of the year. They’re free to roam, perch, and dust-bathe, living natural lives with at least 2 square feet of outdoor space per hen.[6]
Q: Are Nellie’s Free Range Eggs organic?
A: While Nellie’s Free Range Eggs are not certified organic, every Nellie’s egg is produced without antibiotics or hormones and under Certified Humane® Free Range standards and careful emphasis on hen nutrition and care.[5][6]
Q: How do Nellie’s farming practices support animal welfare?
A: Our farmers follow Certified Humane® Free Range standards, giving hens safe outdoor access, space to roam, and lives filled with sunshine and care. [6][8]
References
[1] Mayo Clinic Health System. Clean Eating: What Does That Mean? https://www.mayoclinichealthsystem.org/hometown-health/speaking-of-health/clean-eating-what-does-that-mean
[2] Nellie’s Free Range. Free Range Eggs. https://www.nelliesfreerange.com/products/free-range-eggs
[3] Nellie’s Free Range. The FDA Agrees: Eggs are Healthy. https://www.nelliesfreerange.com/blogs/egg-itorial/the-fda-agrees-eggs-are-healthy
[4] Nellie’s Free Range. Why the Egg is an Essential Food for Growth and Development in Children. https://www.nelliesfreerange.com/blogs/egg-itorial/eggs-an-essential-food-for-growth
[5] Nellie’s Free Range. What Do Nellie’s Free Range Chickens Eat? https://www.nelliesfreerange.com/blogs/egg-itorial/what-do-nellies-free-range-hens-eat
[6] Nellie’s Free Range. Free-Range vs. Cage Free: What Do “Cage-Free” and Free-Range Really Mean? https://www.nelliesfreerange.com/blogs/egg-itorial/what-do-cage-free-and-free-range-really-mean
[7] Nellie’s Free Range. Do Free Range Hens Really Go Outside? https://www.nelliesfreerange.com/blogs/egg-itorial/outdoor-access-policy
[8] Certified Humane®. “Free Range” and “Pasture Raised” officially defined by HFAC for Certified Humane® label. https://certifiedhumane.org/free-range-and-pasture-raised-officially-defined-by-hfac-for-certified-humane-label/
