IGY Max: Hyperimmune Egg For A Healthy Gut And Microbiome
- Josh Boughton
- Aug 11
- 5 min read
IGYs are something most people have never heard of, but they are one of the most incredible supplements and one of my favorites.
What is IGY Max?
IgY, immunoglobulin Y, is a major antibody found in birds, reptiles, and amphibians. Mammals, including humans, produce immunoglobulin G. Immunoglobulins play a key role in the immune system. IGY Max is a specially produced version of IGY, hyperimmune egg, from chicken eggs. Chickens pass the immunity they have down to their eggs. IGY Max is a potent, whole-food supplement backed by extensive research.
How is IGY Max made?
IGY Max is made by inoculating chickens against twenty-six specific human-relevant pathogens.
Shigella dysenteriae
Staphylococcus epidermidis
Staphylococcus simulans
Escherichia coli
Escherichia coli (Aerobacter)
Salmonella enteritidis
Salmonella typhimurium
Pseudomonas aeruginosa
Klebsiella pneumonia
Proteus vulgaris
Propionibacterium acnes
Streptococcus mutans
Streptococcus pneumonia
Streptococcus agalactiae
Streptococcus salivarius
Streptococcus mitis
Streptococcus sanguis
Haemophilus influenzae
Streptococcus pyogenes, type 1
Streptococcus pyogenes, type 3
Streptococcus pyogenes, type 5
Streptococcus pyogenes, type 8
Streptococcus pyogenes, type 12
Streptococcus pyogenes, type 14
Streptococcus pyogenes, type 18
Streptococcus pyogenes, type 22
After inoculation, the chickens develop antibodies to these pathogens. Then they pass these antibodies along to the eggs they lay. The eggs are collected, and then their antibody levels are monitored. Eggs with sufficient levels of antibodies are then cracked open, pasteurized, and gently dried and milled into a powder. This powder is then bottled or put into pills. That’s it!
How does IGY MAX Work?
I want you to imagine your gut as a garden and think of IGY Max as the gardener. It’s creating healthy soil (gut environment), pulling out weeds (bad bacteria), supporting the growth of pollinators, worms, and beneficial microorganisms, and helping the plants grow stronger (good bacteria).
If you want a more in-depth dive into how IGY Max works, click the button below to download the IGY Max white paper.
IGY Max Benefits
IGY Max offers numerous incredible benefits.
The first is that it supports a healthy microbiome, with a balance of good and bad bacteria, and here’s how it does that:
It supports healthy zonulin levels, which support a healthy gut lining, and here’s how it does that:
It supports healthy cytokine levels, and here’s how it does that:
It supports a healthy immune system. Most people think they should stimulate their immune system, but this is a mistake for the vast majority of people. An overstimulated immune system can cause just as many problems as one that is suppressed. Think of the story of Goldilocks and the three bears. You want your immune system like that just right bowl of porridge, not too hot, not too cold.
It supports healthy DAO production. DAO is the enzyme that helps to break down histamine in the gut.
How to take Igy Max
IGY Max should be taken with cold food and beverages. It can be mixed into various foods, such as applesauce, water, juice, and smoothies. Don’t mix it with hot food or beverages.
We recommend consuming at least 4.5 grams (4,500 milligrams) per day, or as directed by your healthcare practitioner. For intensive use, 4.5 grams can be taken twice per day.
The full effects of IGY Max can take time to kick in, so it is essential to use it daily for at least three months to get the full benefits.
To get the most out of your IGY Max, the Happy Gut Equation is your friend.
For oral health, dissolve one gram of the powder in one ounce of water. Mix it up and gargle it for 20 seconds twice a day.
You should not use IGY Max if you are allergic to eggs.
IGY Max should be stored in a cool, dry place, away from direct sunlight and moisture.
IGY Max versus regular eggs
We often get asked why someone can't just eat eggs to get the IGYs, and it’s certainly a reasonable question to ask.
Regular eggs have much lower levels of IGY than the specialized eggs used to make IGY Max. Additionally, they lack the antibodies that IGY Max eggs possess. So regular eggs would not work the same, no matter how many you ate.
IGY versus IGG
We are often asked about the difference between IGY and IGG (sometimes referred to as SBI or serum bovine immunoglobulins).
The first is that IGY is found in birds and IGG in mammals.
IgY antibodies have twenty times more immunoglobulins per unit than IGG.
IGY Max does not carry the risk of stimulating the human complement system or inflammatory cytokines, unlike IGG, which can sometimes do so.
IGY Max does not cause the constipation that some people can get on IGG. It is also much more affordable, costing about 30-40% less.
Fake IGY Supplements
Due to the growing popularity of IGY Max supplements, several companies have been selling supplements that contain regular powdered eggs, but claim to offer the benefits of properly made IGY supplements. As mentioned above, regular eggs do not have the same benefits. It’s essential to know that your IGY supplement is made with eggs that have been produced the correct way and are tested for their levels of antibodies to the list of pathogens above, as well as that they contain significant amounts of active IGY, so you get the benefits.
As always, you should avoid buying your supplements on Amazon and other sites that allow third-party sellers to avoid counterfeit and improperly stored products. You can read more about this issue here.
What to look for in an IGY Max Supplement
The first thing is dosage. It’s important to choose a product that provides a significant amount. Products with only a small amount are unlikely to have the efficacy you are looking for. It might look good on the label to have a small amount for marketing purposes, but what matters is effectiveness. Don’t fall for fairy dusting!
Ensure that the product contains IGY Max, not just claims of hyperimmune egg or whole egg powder, etc. It needs to be the exact version that contains the antibodies; otherwise, it’s not going to have the benefits.
Avoid products that contain lots of sweeteners, flavorings, and additives. None of that is needed to produce a good IGY Max supplement, and most of those no-calorie sweeteners are not good for gut health, the very thing that most people are taking IGY Max for.
Moss Nutrition Gi Globulin
Our favorite IGY Max supplement is Moss Nutrition Gi Globulin. Each scoop contains our recommended dosage of 4.5 grams, free from fillers, binders, flavorings, sweeteners, and additives. For those who prefer pills, these capsules are a great option. It’s important to know that IGY Max is a very fluffy ingredient, so it takes about nine of those capsules to get one scoop of the Gi Globulin powder.
IGY Max questions and support
If you have questions about IGY Max, email us at info@rooted-nutrition.com, and we will be happy to answer your questions. Don’t forget to check out our Gut Health Center for lots of great tips on keeping your gut healthy.
