When to take it
With meals or between meals, e.g. in smoothies, porridge or baking.
← All supplements
Amino acidsWeak evidence
Faba bean protein
Also known as: fava protein, broad bean protein
Faba bean protein is made from broad (fava) bean seeds and contains about 60–90% protein depending on processing. Its amino-acid profile is similar to pea – rich in lysine, lower in methionine.
What it is used for
- protein top-up on a plant-based diet – weak evidence, few studies on this protein specifically
- alternative to pea protein – weak evidence
Forms and how they differ
isolate
high protein, neutral taste
concentrate
more fibre
Pairs well with
Rice protein to add methionine.
Do not combine / separate
With sensitive digestion start with a smaller serving.
Watch out for
People with G6PD deficiency (favism) should avoid fava beans and consult their doctor. With kidney or liver disease, discuss higher protein intake with your doctor.
Safety
Safe for healthy people within normal total protein intake; do not exceed the label dose.
Practical tip
If favism runs in your family, choose a different plant protein.
Products containing Faba bean protein 1
Faba bean protein
How to read the evidence rating
Strong evidenceModerate evidenceWeak evidenceNo evidence
Strong = several good human studies or official recommendations; moderate = promising but smaller studies; weak = few studies or mixed results; no evidence = claims not confirmed.
Combination check
Select the supplements you take and, if relevant, your medicines. We show what interferes, what needs a time gap and what to watch out for.
Check Faba bean protein with othersWhich supplements do you actually need?
Fénix Methode picks them from your blood results and schedules when to take what – no needless purchases.
From the same group
Acetyl-L-carnitineWeak evidenceAlmond proteinWeak evidenceAmino acid complexWeak evidenceBCAAWeak evidenceBeef proteinModerate evidenceCaseinStrong evidence
Important notice
This information is educational and does not replace advice from a doctor or pharmacist. We do not give medicine dosages. Supplements are no substitute for a varied diet; if pregnant, breastfeeding, ill or on medication, consult a doctor first.