Eggs are good for budgies because they provide extra protein and nutrients, especially during breeding season and when budgies are moulting or stressed: Protein boost: Egg food is a great source of protein for budgies when they need it most, such as when they are nesting, moulting, or stressed. Extra nutrients: Egg food is a good source of extra nutrients for budgies, and it also contains iodine for thyroid function. Natural food: Eggs are a natural food for birds and contain no sugar or carbohydrates. You can make your own egg food for budgies by grinding up eggshells and finely chopping eggs. You can also add fruit to the mix, though it's not essential.