GMO? No Way. Here’s Why the Animal-Free Egg White Protein Is Different

As food technology evolves, so do the questions we have about what we eat. A common and fair question we get is,

"If your egg white protein is made using new technology, does that mean it's a GMO?"

The short answer is no, and we want to explain why.

How It's Made: A Simple Breakdown

Our animal-free egg white protein is created using a process called precision fermentation, a trusted method that has been safely used for decades to produce food ingredients, pharmaceuticals, and supplements like rennet, insulin, and vitamin B12.

So, Why Is It Considered free from GMOs?

A product is classified as free from GMOs when the final ingredient itself does not contain any genetically modified organisms or their genetic material.

While the process uses a genetically modified microorganism as a production vehicle, once the process of fermentation is complete, any leftover genetically modified materials is filtered out. This is a common and safe method used to make many familiar food ingredients, including vitamins and enzymes. The protein powder is also tested by a third-party lab to ensure that all genetically modified material has been removed. 

We believe in transparency and want our customers to feel good about the food they choose to fuel their bodies with. Food technology doesn't inherently mean unnatural and overprocessed - in this case, it just helps us provide more of the macronutrients you want and less of what you don’t.  Healthier Comforts is committed to providing people with familiar, high-quality, sustainably produced ingredients.

Please note: Consumers with an egg allergy should not consume animal-free egg white protein. Because the protein is bio-equivalent to conventional egg whites, they are an egg allergen.