In the 'Symptoms - Food - Intake' section of our in-depth questionnaire we ask the following question about raw egg white consumption:
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On average, approximately how many raw egg whites do you consume in a week?
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"Don't know" |
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"None at all" |
Not eating raw egg whites |
A risk factor |
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"Up to 2 per week" |
Raw egg white consumption |
A risk factor |
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"About 3 to 7 per week" |
Raw egg white consumption |
A risk factor |
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"8 or more per week" |
High raw egg white consumption |
A risk factor |
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Your answer will affect the likelihoods of the conditions below.
Any answers in green reduce the likelihood of the condition.
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Biotin Requirement |
Biotin is a vitamin that can be bound by avidin, which is found in raw egg white. This binding prevents its absorption from the gastrointestinal tract. The routine consumption of raw egg white may reduce biotin absorption enough to induce a deficiency. Cooking deactivates avidin and makes biotin from other sources available for absorption once again. |
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Gallbladder Disease |
Egg consumption is a very frequent cause of gallbladder symptoms. It is uncertain whether the white of the egg is partially or totally responsible for this allergic reaction. Most studies have eliminated the entire egg when addressing this problem. |
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GLOSSARY
Biotin
An essential coenzyme that assists in the making of fatty acids and in the burning of carbohydrates and fats for body heat and energy. It is also essential for function of red blood cells and hemoglobin synthesis.
Gallbladder (Gall Bladder)
A small, digestive organ positioned under the liver, which concentrates and stores bile. Problems with the gallbladder often lead to gallbladder attacks, which usually occur after a fatty meal and at night. The following are the most common symptoms: steady, severe pain in the middle-upper abdomen or below the ribs on the right; pain in the back between the shoulder blades; pain under the right shoulder; nausea; vomiting; fever; chills; jaundice; abdominal bloating; intolerance of fatty foods; belching or gas; indigestion.
Gastrointestinal (GI, GI Tract)
Pertaining to the stomach, small and large intestines, colon, rectum, liver, pancreas, and gallbladder.
Last updated: May 10, 2007
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