Plant Based Diet and Protein
One of the most common questions about a plant-based diet is, “Where do you get your protein?” This concern arises because meat is often regarded as a superior protein source, praised for being complete and highly absorbable. However, this perception is largely a result of marketing and misconceptions. In reality, meat is not necessarily a superior source of protein. The Basics of Protein and Amino Acids Proteins are composed of amino acids, and there are nine essential amino acids that…