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EWP supplementation improves nutrition and oxidative stress in diabetes.

Last updated June 21, 2026

Key finding

Serum albumin rose from 3.65 ± 0.62 to 4.15 ± 0.69 g/dL (p < 0.001).

EWP supplementation improved nutritional status and reduced oxidative stress in diabetic hemodialysis patients.

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EvidenceScore™

Moderate

Study type

RCTs

Follow-up

Short-Term (≤3 mo)

Risk of bias

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Study focus

EWP supplementation improved nutritional status and reduced oxidative stress in diabetic hemodialysis patients.

Clinical relevance

The findings highlight the potential of EWP as a dietary supplement to improve nutritional status and combat oxidative stress in diabetic hemodialysis patients. This could lead to better management of their condition and improved overall health outcomes, making it a valuable addition to dietary recommendations for this vulnerable population.

Keep in mind

Limited sample size may affect generalizability. Short duration of the study may not capture long-term effects. Lack of control over dietary intake outside of supplementation.

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Arvin B, Hamta AN, Soudabeh H, Javid S, Ali T. EWP supplementation improved nutritional status and oxidative stress in diabetic hemodialysis patients. Health Science Reports. 2026;9(6):e72596. doi:10.1002/hsr2.72596

Main Effects

Serum albumin increased by 0.5 g/dL (p < 0.001).

Total antioxidant capacity improved significantly (p = 0.01).

Malondialdehyde decreased markedly.

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Evidence Context

This study contributes evidence to Egg White Powder (EWP) and Fasting Plasma Glucose (FPG), LDL cholesterol, Malondialdehyde (MDA), and 5 more.

Primary intervention

Egg White Powder (EWP)

Primary outcomes

  • Fasting Plasma Glucose (FPG)
  • LDL cholesterol
  • Malondialdehyde (MDA)

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Moderate contributionModerate confidenceNetwork score: 68

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Related topics

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Evidence pairs

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High relevance in at least one topic

Why it is useful

  • Contributes to 8 evidence relationships
  • Includes primary outcome data
  • Linked to 2 direct semantic evidence topics

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Primary evidence

Evidence topic

Glycemic Control

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Related evidence

Evidence topic

Inflammatory and Vascular Markers

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Core evidence

Study findings

The primary outcomes reported in this study.

Fasting Plasma Glucose (FPG)

Egg White Powder (EWP) → Fasting Plasma Glucose (FPG)

Egg White Powder (EWP) → Fasting Plasma Glucose (FPG)

Evidence Intelligence™
EvidenceScore™
Emerging
Score 59 · Based on 1 study
ImpactScore™
100
Very Positive
ConsistencyScore™
unclear
Not enough independent studies
Supporting studies: Based on 1 study
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LDL cholesterol

Egg White Powder (EWP) → LDL cholesterol

Egg White Powder (EWP) → LDL cholesterol

Evidence Intelligence™
EvidenceScore™
Emerging
Score 59 · Based on 1 study
ImpactScore™
100
Very Positive
ConsistencyScore™
unclear
Not enough independent studies
Supporting studies: Based on 1 study
Add to Evidence Tracker

Malondialdehyde (MDA)

Egg White Powder (EWP) → Malondialdehyde (MDA)

Egg White Powder (EWP) → Malondialdehyde (MDA)

Evidence Intelligence™
EvidenceScore™
Emerging
Score 59 · Based on 1 study
ImpactScore™
100
Very Positive
ConsistencyScore™
unclear
Not enough independent studies
Supporting studies: Based on 1 study
Add to Evidence Tracker

Phosphorus

Egg White Powder (EWP) → Phosphorus

Egg White Powder (EWP) → Phosphorus

Evidence Intelligence™
EvidenceScore™
Emerging
Score 59 · Based on 1 study
ImpactScore™
100
Very Positive
ConsistencyScore™
unclear
Not enough independent studies
Supporting studies: Based on 1 study
Add to Evidence Tracker

Serum Albumin

Egg White Powder (EWP) → Serum Albumin

Egg White Powder (EWP) → Serum Albumin

Evidence Intelligence™
EvidenceScore™
Emerging
Score 59 · Based on 1 study
ImpactScore™
100
Very Positive
ConsistencyScore™
unclear
Not enough independent studies
Supporting studies: Based on 1 study
Add to Evidence Tracker

Superoxide Dismutase (SOD)

Egg White Powder (EWP) → Superoxide Dismutase (SOD)

Egg White Powder (EWP) → Superoxide Dismutase (SOD)

Evidence Intelligence™
EvidenceScore™
Emerging
Score 59 · Based on 1 study
ImpactScore™
100
Very Positive
ConsistencyScore™
unclear
Not enough independent studies
Supporting studies: Based on 1 study
Add to Evidence Tracker

Total Antioxidant Capacity (TAC)

Egg White Powder (EWP) → Total Antioxidant Capacity (TAC)

Egg White Powder (EWP) → Total Antioxidant Capacity (TAC)

Evidence Intelligence™
EvidenceScore™
Emerging
Score 59 · Based on 1 study
ImpactScore™
100
Very Positive
ConsistencyScore™
unclear
Not enough independent studies
Supporting studies: Based on 1 study
Add to Evidence Tracker

Total cholesterol

Egg White Powder (EWP) → Total cholesterol

Egg White Powder (EWP) → Total cholesterol

Evidence Intelligence™
EvidenceScore™
Emerging
Score 59 · Based on 1 study
ImpactScore™
100
Very Positive
ConsistencyScore™
unclear
Not enough independent studies
Supporting studies: Based on 1 study
Add to Evidence Tracker

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evidence suggest

Evidence Suggest

  • Serum albumin rose significantly, indicating improved nutritional status.
  • Fasting plasma glucose decreased by 30.7 mg/dL, showing better glycemic control.
  • Total cholesterol and LDL cholesterol levels decreased, suggesting cardiovascular benefits.
who this applies

Who this applies to

  • Diabetic patients undergoing hemodialysis.
  • Individuals with nutritional deficiencies due to chronic kidney disease.
keep in mind

Keep in Mind

  • Results may not apply to non-diabetic hemodialysis patients.
  • Further research is needed to confirm long-term benefits.
  • Dietary habits outside of the study may influence outcomes.
between the lines

Between the Lines

  • Limited sample size may affect generalizability.
  • Short duration of the study may not capture long-term effects.
  • Lack of control over dietary intake outside of supplementation.

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Relationships organized using the Dediabetes Evidence Intelligence™ framework.

This study contributes to evidence on Egg White Powder (EWP) and Fasting Glucose, Egg White Powder (EWP) and Adipokine and Angiogenic Markers.

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Does Egg White Powder (EWP) improve fasting plasma glucose (fpg)?

Emerging Evidence

Egg White Powder (EWP) appears to improve Fasting Plasma Glucose (FPG).

ConsistencyScore™: Consistency cannot yet be determined from the available evidence.

Ranked evidence signals

  1. 1

    Fasting Plasma Glucose (FPG)

    EvidenceScore™ Emerging | EvidenceScore™ 59.0 | strong positive | ConsistencyScore™ Unclear | 1 study

Why this answer: This answer is based on a single supporting study.

Limitations

  • Only one supporting study is available.
  • Consistency cannot yet be determined.
  • Population details are unavailable.
1 supporting studyUpdated: Aug 2026

Does Egg White Powder (EWP) improve ldl cholesterol?

Emerging Evidence

Egg White Powder (EWP) appears to improve LDL cholesterol.

ConsistencyScore™: Consistency cannot yet be determined from the available evidence.

Ranked evidence signals

  1. 1

    LDL cholesterol

    EvidenceScore™ Emerging | EvidenceScore™ 59.0 | strong positive | ConsistencyScore™ Unclear | 1 study

Why this answer: This answer is based on a single supporting study.

Limitations

  • Only one supporting study is available.
  • Consistency cannot yet be determined.
  • Population details are unavailable.
1 supporting studyUpdated: Aug 2026

Does Egg White Powder (EWP) improve malondialdehyde (mda)?

Emerging Evidence

Egg White Powder (EWP) appears to improve Malondialdehyde (MDA).

ConsistencyScore™: Consistency cannot yet be determined from the available evidence.

Ranked evidence signals

  1. 1

    Malondialdehyde (MDA)

    EvidenceScore™ Emerging | EvidenceScore™ 59.0 | strong positive | ConsistencyScore™ Unclear | 1 study

Why this answer: This answer is based on a single supporting study.

Limitations

  • Only one supporting study is available.
  • Consistency cannot yet be determined.
  • Population details are unavailable.
1 supporting studyUpdated: Aug 2026

Does Egg White Powder (EWP) improve phosphorus?

Emerging Evidence

Egg White Powder (EWP) appears to improve Phosphorus.

ConsistencyScore™: Consistency cannot yet be determined from the available evidence.

Ranked evidence signals

  1. 1

    Phosphorus

    EvidenceScore™ Emerging | EvidenceScore™ 59.0 | strong positive | ConsistencyScore™ Unclear | 1 study

Why this answer: This answer is based on a single supporting study.

Limitations

  • Only one supporting study is available.
  • Consistency cannot yet be determined.
  • Population details are unavailable.
1 supporting studyUpdated: Aug 2026
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