Egg white extract could help tame blood sugar and pressure

NCT ID NCT06555393

Recruiting now Symptom relief Sponsor: University of Alberta Source: ClinicalTrials.gov ↗

First seen Jun 24, 2026 · Last updated Jun 27, 2026 · Updated 1 time

Summary

This early study tests whether a peptide called IRW, found in egg white hydrolysate, can help manage high blood sugar and blood pressure. About 28 participants at risk for or with type 2 diabetes will consume a smoothie with the peptide on four separate days, while a healthy control group does it once. Researchers will measure peptide levels in the blood, along with glucose, insulin, and blood pressure changes over a few hours.

What this could mean

Our plain-language read of the trial. This is informational only — not medical advice or a prediction.

Active substance: bioactive peptide IRW from egg white hydrolysate
What this could lead to: If it works, this could point toward a natural dietary supplement to help control blood sugar and blood pressure.
What could go wrong: This is a very small, early-phase study (28 people) looking at short-term effects only. The peptide may not show meaningful benefits or may not be absorbed well.

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Conditions

The condition(s) this trial relates to.

hyperglycemia hypertensive disorder Obesity obesity disorder Overweight type 2 diabetes mellitus

As listed by the trial registrant

The condition terms exactly as the trial's registrant entered them.

HIGH BLOOD PRESSURE HIGH BLOOD SUGAR OVERWEIGHT AND OBESITY

Contacts and locations

Locations

University of Alberta
RECRUITING

Edmonton, Alberta, T6G 2P5, Canada

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