Omega-3-polyunsaturated fatty acids (n-3PUFA) play an important role in human nutrition since they help to reduce the incidence of such life-style diseases as coronary artery diseases, hypertension and diabetes, as well as certain inflammatory diseases as arthritis and dermatitis. These diseases are an increasing problem in countries of the Middle East and North Africa, due to the dominance of animal fats and partially hydrogenated vegetable oils in these countries. Enrichment of n-3PUFA in eggs of laying hens is a successful strategy to ensure an adequate supply of n-3PUFA for the greater...