Unpacking the nutrient profiles of new-age plant-based foods: Are they truly healthier? PlantBasedDiet Sustainable EthicalFoodChoices HealthImpact AnimalSourced Plant Foods Nutrients Digestibility Bioavailability Els_Nutrition
By Bhavana KunkalikarJun 4 2023Reviewed by Benedette Cuffari, M.Sc. In a recent study published in Food Research International, researchers explore the nutrient profiles of next-generation plant-based foods.
While many believe that a plant-based diet is superior to one that includes animal products, this is not always true. Consuming fresh vegetables, fruits, nuts, and whole-grain cereals has been associated with better health outcomes; however, it remains unclear whether the newer plant-based foods, such as meat, seafood, egg, and dairy alternatives, are healthier than the products they aim to replace.
Fish Like meat, fish is a good source of high-quality protein that is easily digestible and contains all essential amino acids. However, real and plant-based salmon products differ significantly in their macronutrient and micronutrient profiles. For example, the nutritional value of plant-based salmon is not as desirable as real salmon due to its lower protein content and higher sodium levels and calories.
However, these products contain slightly higher calorie and carbohydrate contents. Furthermore, the micronutrient content of natural and plant-based eggs differ remarkably. For example, plant-based products exhibit higher zinc and iron content than real eggs, which is beneficial to health. Nevertheless, these alternative egg products also have higher sodium composition, which could have adverse effects on hypertension patients.
Plant-based cheese products lack protein as compared to natural cheeses, which consist of 14% to 30% protein. Plant-based cheeses also have a higher carbohydrate content, primarily in the form of starch, which is utilized to create a cheese-like consistency. Furthermore, plant-based cheeses have higher sodium levels than real cheese, which may pose a health risk for individuals with hypertension.
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