Egg White Protein
Also known as: egg albumin, egg white protein powder, dried egg white, albumen protein
Dried, pasteurized egg white delivering a complete, high-quality protein with a digestibility score comparable to whey, and naturally free of lactose, fat, and carbohydrate. It fills the dairy-free but non-vegan niche in protein powders and is a traditional bodybuilding protein. A trial in athletes used 20 g/day of egg white protein for eight weeks with changes in serum amino acids but no strength advantage over a carbohydrate control. It carries an egg allergen declaration.
Research summary
Complete protein with moderate digestion speed that supports muscle protein synthesis.
Dosage
Daily amounts, of compound.
| Lowest studied | Typical range | Highest studied | Upper limit |
|---|---|---|---|
| 20 g | 20–30 g | 30 g | — |
20–30 g per serving, consistent with the ISSN's 20–40 g per-serving guidance. Egg white powder is about 80–85% protein. Must be pasteurized or heat-processed to inactivate avidin, which otherwise binds biotin.
Standardization: ≥80% protein (dry basis)
Source material: pasteurized, spray-dried hen egg white
As supplied: Typically 80–85% protein by weight.
Format suitability
- Capsule
- Powder
- Tablet
- Softgel
- Gummy
- Liquid
Powder only. Foams heavily when shaken and has a distinct sulfurous egg note that needs masking; often blended with other proteins rather than used alone.
Formulation notes
Blended with whey or plant proteins. Mandatory egg allergen declaration. Raw or under-processed egg white would reduce biotin availability in the same formula.
- Allergen: egg
Sources
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