Fava Protein
What is Fava Protein?
Fava protein is derived from fava beans (also known as broad beans). The beans are processed to extract and concentrate the protein content, often through methods like milling and separation.
Is Fava Protein vegan?
Fava Protein is not animal-derived. Products that contain it can still include other animal-derived ingredients, so check the full ingredient list.
Is Fava Protein gluten-free?
It does not contain gluten.
Is Fava Protein a major allergen?
Fava beans are not one of the 14 major allergens that UK law requires to be emphasised on food labels.
What is Fava Protein used for?
Manufacturers use fava protein as a plant-based protein source in meat alternatives and other vegetarian or vegan products.
Is Fava Protein safe?
Fava protein is not typically classified as a food additive and does not have an E-number.
Why it's used
Manufacturers use fava protein as a plant-based protein source in meat alternatives and other vegetarian or vegan products. It contributes to texture and nutritional profile in foods like meat analogues and sausages.
Health notes
Fava protein is not typically classified as a food additive and does not have an E-number. It is a source of dietary protein and fibre. Regulatory bodies like EFSA evaluate the safety of novel foods and ingredients, and fava protein has been subject to such assessments. Evidence on the health effects of fava protein at typical dietary intakes is generally positive, aligning with the benefits of consuming plant-based proteins.
Allergen info
Fava beans are not one of the 14 major allergens that UK law requires to be emphasised on food labels. Therefore, fava protein itself is not a major allergen. It does not contain gluten.
Foods that contain Fava Protein
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