Antibacterial properties of egg white

The bird egg is a complex structure ensuring the autonomous development of an embryo outside the mother’s body. It contains nutrients and bioactive molecules but also a sophisticated system to protect the developing embryo against microbial assaults. The egg yolk, rich in various nutrients and highly susceptible to bacterial contaminations, is surrounded by the vitelline membranes, the egg white and eggshell, all playing key roles in egg protection. Bacterial contamination Egg white is an impo