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For decades, the merits of consuming plant vs animal protein have been hotly debated. From an historical perspective, until fairly recently, plant protein often came up short. However, slowly over the years, mistaken beliefs about the inferiority of plant protein have been corrected. Newly published research from the University of Colorado can be credited with […]
Lectins have been in the spotlight, and for some, have become a cause for concern. At least when it comes to soyfoods, that concern is mostly much ado about nothing. Given all the attention they’re receiving, you might think these proteins are newly discovered, perhaps because of a sudden advance in technology. Given all the […]
Research conducted over the past 30 years has produced a lot of insight into the lifestyle factors that impact overall health and longevity. Much of this research has focused specifically on diet. The first dietary guidelines were issued in 1980 and have been updated every five years since. Nevertheless, there is quite a bit of […]
A systematic review and meta-analysis published by Canadian researchers highlights the important role plant protein, and in particular soy protein, can have in reducing risk of cardiovascular disease (CVD).1 It also indirectly highlights the comprehensive dietary approach required to markedly reduced CVD risk. The meta-analysis, which included 112 clinical trials, found that replacing animal […]
Soy protein lowers blood cholesterol levels according to years of scientific evidence 1-10 and the conclusions of the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) and health agencies in Canada 11 and 11 other countries.12 Nevertheless, the FDA recently announced it is proposing to change the existing heart health claim for soy protein. The possible change […]
In plant-based diets beans play a critically important role as sources of protein. In fact, it is difficult if not impossible to meet the requirement for the indispensable amino acid lysine without consuming legumes when total protein intake does not exceed the RDA. Beans are also excellent sources of B vitamins and minerals such as […]
A new position paper on protein and exercise from the International Society of Sports Nutrition (ISSN) provides useful information for health professionals.1 But it falls short in its conclusions about soy protein. The paper presents 14 conclusions/recommendations about protein and exercise including the following: It is not necessary to consume protein within a limited timeframe […]
When it comes to plant-based diets, both the amount and type of protein consumed matters. Soybeans score high on both metrics: they provide more protein and better quality protein than other plant foods, including other legumes.1 But there is another issue in protein nutrition than may be just as important. The pattern or distribution of […]
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