Plant-based protein consumption patterns among Saudi Generation Z: a cross-sectional study of dietary frequencies, health outcomes, and sustainable eating behaviors [PDF]
Frontiers in Public HealthBackgroundThe global shift toward sustainable food systems has highlighted plant-based proteins as essential for environmental and health benefits. However, research on plant-based protein consumption among young adults in the Gulf region, particularly ...
Hala Hazam Al-Otaibi, Sawsan Al-Hashim
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Updates on Plant-Based Protein Products as an Alternative to Animal Protein: Technology, Properties, and Their Health Benefits [PDF]
Molecules, 2023 Plant-based protein products, represented by “plant meat”, are gaining more and more popularity as an alternative to animal proteins. In the present review, we aimed to update the current status of research and industrial growth of plant-based protein ...
Xiao Xiao +4 more
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Similar effects between animal-based and plant-based protein blend as complementary dietary protein on muscle adaptations to resistance training: findings from a randomized clinical trial [PDF]
Journal of the International Society of Sports NutritionBackground Recent evidence suggests that both animal and plant proteins support strength and hypertrophy gains when paired with resistance training and adequate protein intake.
Martin Hindermann Santini +7 more
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Machine Learning-Enabled Rapid Assessment of Plant-Based Protein Digestibility Through Physicochemical Profiles [PDF]
FoodsPlant-based proteins offer sustainable alternatives to animal sources, yet their lower digestibility remains a critical barrier to widespread applications. Current digestibility assessment methods require days of analysis and gram-scale samples, creating
Meichen Liu +6 more
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Investigation of the Digestibility, Fecal Characteristics, and Palatability of Oil Mil By-Products as a Plant-Based Protein Source in Canine Diets [PDF]
AnimalsThis study investigates the digestibility, fecal characteristics, and palatability of plant-based protein sources in canine diets. With an increasing number of pet owners adopting vegan lifestyles for ethical, health, and environmental reasons, the ...
Ammelie Godglück +4 more
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Frontiers in Sustainable Food Systems, 2023 IntroductionOver the past years, several efforts have been made to formulate and develop plant-based substitutes of animal-based products in response to environmental changes, health issues and animal welfare.
Marta Appiani +2 more
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Water footprint of local plant-based protein in Thailand
Journal of Applied Science and Engineering, 2023 By a significant margin, agriculture in Thailand uses more water than any other industry. Therefore, the impact of water uses on producing both crops and animals is important.
Asama Kumban +2 more
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Mushroom–Legume-Based Minced Meat: Physico-Chemical and Sensory Properties
Foods, 2023 A growing number of health-conscious consumers are looking for animal protein alternatives with similar texture, appearance, and flavor. However, research and development still needs to find alternative non-meat materials.
Md. Anisur Rahman Mazumder +6 more
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Foods, 2023 Yellow field peas (Pisum sativum L.) hold significant value for producers, researchers, and ingredient manufacturers due to their wealthy composition of protein, starch, and micronutrients.
Nancy D. Asen +4 more
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Frontiers in Nutrition, 2022 Lupin seeds have an excellent nutritional profile, including a high proportion of protein and dietary fiber. These qualities make lupin seeds an ideal candidate to help meet the growing global demand for complementary sources of protein.
Arineh Tahmasian +7 more
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