We all need protein. It’s an essential macronutrient that our bodies use in sizeable amounts. The presence of protein is essential for a variety of body functions. Building muscle, digesting food, repairing tissue and supporting the immune system represent some of the vital reasons why our bodies require a daily intake of protein.
At The AIM Companies™, the source of protein is often examined, given the choice of ProPeas and the value of consuming plant-based protein over sources of processed and unprocessed red meat.
Getting protein through plant-based sources has been shown to provide a number of other nutritional benefits, including an increased intake of fiber, vitamins, minerals and phytonutrients. What’s more, the intake of plant-based components enhances digestion, the gut, the immune system, the heart and the entire cardiovascular system. In effect, going mostly plant-based lowers the risk of disease.
One of the largest cohort studies ever conducted on the comparison of protein sources provided meaningful evidence-based research. It is impressive to note that over 400,000 men and women participated, and the results showed significant associations between a higher intake of plant protein and lower overall mortality.
One result in understandable percentages revealed that simply by replacing 3% of animal protein with plant protein provided a 10% reduction in risk of overall mortality. That’s a lot for such a small change in dietary intake. And that 10% reduction doubles if eggs are off the table as well. Consuming more than an egg a day is considered to be unhealthy for the cardiovascular system.
Overall, people whose primary protein source comes from plants end up living longer, healthier lives. Making gradual changes in the direction of plant-based protein can make sizeable differences in our state of health.
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