100% Egg Protein Powder Reviews

The tried and true muscle building protein

Until whey protein arrived on the scene, egg protein was considered king for muscle building. And despite the popularity of whey, egg is still very rich in quality and most manufacturers of protein powders still use egg protein as the standard of reference. Egg protein is considered complete. That is it contains all the essential amino acids that the human body requires on a daily basis. One large egg contains about 6.5 grams of protein, of which the egg white contains over half the protein content - 3.6 grams – but no fat. The remaining 2.9 grams of protein is found in the yolk, which also contains about 1.6 grams of saturated fat. It is because of the saturated fat that many people either eat just egg whites or avoid eggs all together. This is too bad as egg yolk also contains mono and polyunsaturated fat – both of which actually reduce the risk of heart disease. Mother nature struck a happy balance by offsetting the “bad” fat contained in eggs, with an equal amount of “good” fat. This make eggs a healthy source of muscle building protein.

Eggs are loaded with more than just muscle building protein though. They also contain such essential vitamins as A (essential for normal growth and development), D (provides mineral absorption and good bone health), E (gives protection against heart disease and some cancers), and the B group, as well as minerals iron, phosphorus, zinc, and in particular iodine, required for making thyroid hormones. They’re also low in saturated fat, making them a healthy choice for all the family. And being low in calories (75-80 kcals per medium egg or approximately 100 calories per scoop of egg protein powder)) they are great for precontest diets.