Does Meringue = Protein Destruction??

Hiya Guys,

I have stated many times that I really like meringues - quick to make, keep for a long time, taste great and an easy way to get some extra protein.

Now, I have read all over that cooking eggs eg. the typical morning meal of 10 eggwhites :) does not affect the protein, so it does not denature. Does anyone know if the process of making meringues (about 2 hours on a low temperature, about 120 celcius) affect the protein?

Thanks!

Honestly, Xenithon, I don't know if low cooking of an egg white denatures the protein, but I wouldn't worry about it. If you like meringues, bro, go for it - and have a protein shake on the side. In other words, think of your diet as a big picture, looking at the amount of protein you get from many sources during the day.