Share on PinterestIt’s important to get protein from a range of sources, whether they’re plant or animal. Jordan Lye/Getty Images A new study in mice suggests that consuming a moderate amount of protein may be more conducive to metabolic health. In the study, the sweet spot for moderate protein consumption was 25% to 35% of … Read more
In a recent study published in the Nutrients Journal, researchers explored the phytochemical contents and health benefits of consuming figs. Study: Phytochemical composition and health benefits of figs (fresh and dried): A literature review from 2000 to 2022. Image Credit: NewAfrica/Shutterstock.com Background Figs, scientifically known as Ficus carica, are deciduous trees or shrubs that belong … Read more
The myth that vegetarian diets lack sufficient protein needs to be busted. Vegetarians can get enough protein from various meat-free sources, and certainly enough to build muscle and meet their fitness goals. You just need to know where to look. What is true is that it is not easy. Well, certainly not as easy as … Read more
Fabian Montano/Getty Images We may receive a commission on purchases made from links. Textured plant protein, commonly called TVP, has baffled consumers for years despite its simplicity and versatility. TVP represents the dehydrated protein derived during the oil extrusion process. While it can also be made from other basic ingredients, such as wheat or oats, … Read more
In a recent study published in International food researchresearchers explore nutrient profiles of next-generation plant-based foods. Study: Designing healthier plant-based foods: fortification, digestion and bioavailability. Image Credit: marilyn bum/Shutterstock.com Is a plant-based diet better? Consumers are increasingly adopting plant-based diets due to concerns about the environmental, health and ethical effects of animal-based foods such as … Read more
The study, published in the journal Appetite, questioned 13 male athletes aged 22 to 37 about their views and perceptions regarding plant-based versus meat-based diets. Of these, two were vegetarians, two were vegans, and the rest were mixed eaters (they ate a combination of plant-based food and meat). The athletes came from Finland and the … Read more
A study published in the journal Metabolism describes the effect of a polyphenol-rich Mediterranean diet on epigenetic regulation. Study: A green Mediterranean diet rich in polyphenols improves epigenetic regulatory potential: the DIRECT PLUS randomized controlled trial. Image Credit: Antonina Vlasova / Shutterstock Background Chronic low-grade inflammation is considered to be a major feature of various … Read more
EAT PROTEIN helps you build muscle, recover faster after intense workouts, keep at optimal weightand stay full longer. So, it makes sense that you want to keep increasing yours protein hiring. Over the past year, 52% of Americans followed a specific eating pattern, and high-protein diets were their first choice, with 18% of people embracing … Read more
