why online articles sometimes use dramatic phrases such as “I thought it was dangerous” or “You won’t believe what this is.”
The reality is much less frightening — and arguably more interesting.
Eggs have a surprisingly sophisticated natural structure, and the white string you see is simply one part of it.
The Bottom Line
The next time you crack an egg and see a white string attached to the yolk, don’t panic.
It’s most
likely a chalaza — a natural, edible part of the egg that helps keep the yolk suspended in
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