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Animal protein VS plant protein, a healthy balance challenge

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Protein has always been a hot topic in the field of nutrition and health, and the choice between animal protein and plant-based protein is even more controversial. Both sources have their advantages, and understanding their impact on health can help people make more informed dietary choices. Ultimately, however, the key is a balance of incorporating both types of protein into your daily diet. Protein plays a vital role in the body as a major building block of tissues, muscles and organs, as well as an integral component of enzymes, hormones and the immune system. Both animal and plant proteins provide these functions, but they differ in nutritional content and health effects. Animal protein, which mainly comes from meat, fish, dairy products and eggs, is a complete protein that contains all the essential amino acids required by the human body. In addition, animal protein is rich in important nutrients such as vitamin B12, iron, zinc, and omega-3 fatty acids, which are essential for bod
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Small changes in diet can have a huge impact on life span and carbon emission reduction

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Researchers at Canada's McGill University have found that replacing red and processed meat with plant-based protein foods could extend lifespan and mitigate climate change. The latest Canada Food Guide presents a paradigm shift in nutritional recommendations, eliminating traditional food categories including meat and dairy and emphasizing the importance of plant-based proteins. However, the full impact of replacing animal foods with plant-based protein foods in Canadians' diets is unknown. New research from Canada's McGill University, in collaboration with the London School of Hygiene and Tropical Medicine, provides compelling evidence that partially replacing animal foods with plant-based protein foods can extend life expectancy and reduce greenhouse gas emissions. Importantly, it also shows that benefits depend on the type of animal protein being replaced. The study, published in the journal Nature Food, drew data from a national nutrition survey to analyze Canadians'
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Research suggests the global shift to a plant-based flexitarian diet may help curb global warming

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A global shift to a plant-based "flexitarian" diet could help reduce greenhouse gas emissions and potentially limit global temperature rise to 1.5 degrees Celsius, a new study suggests. The study, published in the journal Science Advances, suggests that by reducing meat consumption and increasing intake of plant-based foods, the impact of current food emissions rates on meeting key international climate targets could be prevented. "The shift towards healthy diets is not only good for personal health, the land and food systems, but also has consequences for the economy as a whole," said Florian Humpenöder, senior scientist at the Potsdam Institute for Climate Impact Research, noting that there is an urgent need to accelerate emissions reductions. Policies that tax or explicitly price greenhouse gas emissions could provide incentives to reduce carbon footprints, but researchers believe government efforts in this regard will have little effect. Research has found that
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Consumers' concerns about health and sustainable development have promoted the rapid development of plant protein

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Experts point out that consumers ’ continued growth in interest in health and sustainability will drive the booming development of plant-based food and beverages. The SPINS report shows that the plant-based market is growing at an annual rate of 29%. SPINS said this is almost double the 15% growth rate of the overall food and beverage market. Likewise, plant-based protein products are growing twice as fast as animal protein products in most segments. Experts expect this trend to continue as more people look for healthier, more natural products. Plant-based products are no longer niche. This has prompted large CPG companies to re-plan and innovate new product lines. Consumers are turning to plant-based products for many reasons, but the two reasons we hear most often are that plant-based products are considered better for their health and the planet. A June 2020 International Food Information Council (IFIC) survey reported that nearly 70% of consumers believe that plant-based protein is
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How to rate soy protein isolate

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As we all know, protein is an important type of nutrient. Its existence is closely related to various activities of life, such as participating in the composition and metabolism of the body, participating in the composition and metabolism of genetic information, and also providing heat to the body. In the past, whenever protein powder was mentioned, people often thought of animal-derived protein first, followed by plant-based proteins such as soy protein. Some people even arbitrarily believe that protein from plant sources cannot compete with protein from animal sources. But now on the market, soy protein is the protein "star" widely used by people. The "top student" in plant protein To evaluate whether a protein is "high-quality", it mainly depends on whether its "amino acid pattern" is good and whether its "amino acid score" is high. If the amino acid ratio in the food is close to the amino acid composition ratio in the human body, it
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Which is more economical, plant protein vs animal protein?

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As we enter 2024, many people are making decisions aimed at changing their diets and budgets, and the discussion of protein becomes an inevitable topic. Consumers are generally concerned about whether meat is really more expensive than plant-based proteins and how to save money on food without compromising nutrition. Research in recent years has shown that overall, plant-based proteins are generally cheaper than meat, at least over the past 12 months. However, when looking at prices in Canada, the picture is not so clear. Meat prices, particularly chicken, pork and beef, have fluctuated significantly since March 2020, with ground beef prices increasing by a net 16% since March 2020. By comparison, pork and chicken saw increases of between 4% and 7%, still below the overall average for food spending over the same period. And plant-based protein products, including lentils, dry beans, tofu and hummus, have seen price increases of 25%, 23%, 16% and 10% respectively since March 2020. Altho
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Research shows that plant protein intake can improve sleep quality, while increasing animal protein intake can worsen sleep quality

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A recent study published in the European Journal of Clinical Nutrition has attracted widespread attention, indicating that there is a positive correlation between plant protein and improved sleep quality, while animal protein intake may have a negative impact on sleep quality. A good night's sleep is necessary for a healthy life. Changes in metabolic rate, blood circulation, hormonal secretion, and immune regulatory functions occur during sleep, all of which are necessary to maintain homeostasis in the body. Adults need seven to eight hours of sleep per day to reduce the risk of chronic disease and death. However, in recent decades, significant reductions in sleep duration have been reported in the general population, with many people reporting difficulty initiating and maintaining sleep and waking up multiple times during the night and early morning. There has also been an increase in the prevalence of sleep disorders and diseases, which may lead to increased daytime dysfunction a
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