{"product_id":"double-choc-egg-white-protein-1kg","title":"DOUBLE CHOC Egg White Protein 1kg","description":"\u003ch2\u003eEgg White Protein Powder NZ\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eEgg White Powder is high biological value \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov\/pmc\/articles\/PMC4303863\/\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eprotein\u003c\/a\u003e that's lactose and dairy free.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe whites contain most of the \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.ahealthiermichigan.org\/2011\/10\/11\/the-nurtional-value-of-egg-whites-versus-egg-yolks-what-do-you-use\/\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eprotein in the egg\u003c\/a\u003e, with no fat or cholesterol. They also typically contain less calories than other protein sources.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eEgg white powder is made by separating whites from yolks and drying them into a powder. The powder is then \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.foodsafety.gov\/keep\/types\/eggs\/index.html\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\" target=\"_blank\"\u003epasteurised\u003c\/a\u003e so it's safe to drink from salmonella and the avidin protein. This process is done at a high heat which is beneficial also as it has been shown to \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/academic.oup.com\/jn\/article\/128\/10\/1716\/4723080\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eincrease digestibility\u003c\/a\u003e of egg protein.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWith the water removed 1kg of egg white powder contains the whites from about 260 medium sized eggs, meaning this product is very economical.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eBenefits\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eEgg white protein is highly digestible. It \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.quora.com\/How-fast-does-protein-from-egg-whites-absorb-compared-to-whey-protein\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\" target=\"_blank\"\u003edigests\u003c\/a\u003e slower than whey but faster than casein. It sits somewhere in the middle and provides a time released protein supply, so could be a good shake to have after a workout or during the day.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eEgg white powder has a protein level of around 80%, which is similar to whey, casein and pea - but not all proteins are created equal.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eEgg white protein contains all 21 \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.cambridge.org\/core\/journals\/british-journal-of-nutrition\/article\/amino-acid-composition-of-hens-egg\/5E73F69A113CE13FB1D06317D6D1AA30\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eamino acids\u003c\/a\u003e required to support essential metabolic function, making it a good source of protein to assist muscle repair and development. It contains all nine \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.nzprotein.co.nz\/article\/essential-amino-acids\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eessential amino acids\u003c\/a\u003eand branched chain amino acids that the body \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/medlineplus.gov\/ency\/article\/002222.htm\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\" target=\"_blank\"\u003ecannot produce\u003c\/a\u003e and must be supplied from the foods we consume.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eEgg white is high in \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.sportsdietitians.com.au\/factsheets\/supplements\/branched-chain-amino-acids-bcaas\/\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\" target=\"_blank\"\u003ebranched chain amino acids\u003c\/a\u003e (BCAAs), containing more than 19 grams per 100 grams.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIt's high in L-Leucine too, containing over 9 grams per 100 grams which is higher than whey. \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov\/pmc\/articles\/PMC3447149\/\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eLeucine\u003c\/a\u003e is one of three \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.nzprotein.co.nz\/product\/bcaas-300g\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eBCAAs\u003c\/a\u003e and is primarily involved in muscle protein \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.sciencedirect.com\/topics\/biochemistry-genetics-and-molecular-biology\/leucine\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\" target=\"_blank\"\u003esynthesis\u003c\/a\u003e for muscle growth and recovery. It also contributes to the regulation of blood-sugar levels, growth hormone production and wound healing.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePasteurised so it’s safe to drink\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eEconomical – 1kg contains the whites from about 260 medium sized eggs\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eComplete source of protein \u0026amp; contains all essential amino acids\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eHigh in BCAAs and L-Leucine for muscle development\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSlower digesting (provides a time released protein supply)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eLactose \u0026amp; dairy free\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eLow in fat \u0026amp; carbohydrates so typically has less calories per gram than other protein powders\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e","brand":"NZ Protein","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":42689302593621,"sku":null,"price":59.99,"currency_code":"NZD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0068\/9917\/1413\/files\/Websiteresize600_InstagramPost_45_-10.png?v=1783288831","url":"https:\/\/lowcarbhaven.co.nz\/products\/double-choc-egg-white-protein-1kg","provider":"Low Carb Haven","version":"1.0","type":"link"}