scholarly journals Role of plant protein in nutrition, wellness, and health

2019 ◽  
Vol 77 (11) ◽  
pp. 735-747 ◽  
Author(s):  
Rylee T Ahnen ◽  
Satya S Jonnalagadda ◽  
Joanne L Slavin
Keyword(s):  
Protein Quality ◽  
Diabetes Management ◽  
Disease Risk ◽  
Health Benefits ◽  
Plant Protein ◽  
Plant Proteins ◽  
Positive Health ◽  
Potential Health ◽  
Plant Foods ◽  
Plant Sources

Abstract Plant-based diets, and more specifically plant-based proteins, have been the subject of growing interest from researchers and consumers because of their potential health benefits as well as their positive environmental impact. Of course, plant proteins are found in plant foods, and positive health benefits of plant foods are linked to dietary fiber, vitamins, minerals, and phytochemicals. In epidemiological studies it is not possible to separate out the health benefits of plant foods in general as opposed to plant proteins specifically. Additionally, few vegans, who consume only plant-based proteins, are included in existing prospective cohort studies. Isolated plant proteins (soy, pea) have been used in intervention trials, but often to improve biomarkers linked to disease risk, including serum lipids or blood pressure. This review is an overview of plant proteins, the whole foods they are associated with, and the potential health benefits linked to consumption of protein from plant sources. Plant proteins and their potential for reducing the risk of developing metabolic syndrome, diabetes management, cancer prevention, and weight management are each discussed, as are the various rating systems currently used to determine protein quality from plant sources. Although additional research is needed that focuses specifically on the role that plant protein plays in the prevention and management of these chronic illnesses, rather than the role played by a more general plant-based diet, evidence suggests that plant proteins offer nutritional benefits to those who consume them. Limitations to plant proteins, including lower protein quality, must also be considered in this discussion.

scholarly journals Dietary Plant Protein and the Progression of Metabolic Syndrome over 9 Years (OR27-08-19)

2019 ◽  
Vol 3 (Supplement_1) ◽  
Author(s):  
Martin Root ◽  
Katelyn Meaux
Keyword(s):  
Cardiovascular Disease ◽  
Metabolic Syndrome ◽  
Waist Circumference ◽  
Protein Intake ◽  
The United States ◽  
Plant Protein ◽  
Plant Proteins ◽  
Reduce Risk ◽  
Metabolic Syndrome Score ◽  
Plant Sources

Abstract Objectives Metabolic syndrome is a precursor to many leading causes of death in the United States including cardiovascular disease, stroke, and diabetes. Diet plays a major role in preventing or exacerbating the development of metabolic syndrome. Increasing plant protein intake may help to reduce risk of developing metabolic syndrome. The purpose of this study was to examine the possible relationship between metabolic syndrome progression and % of protein from plant sources in the diet. Methods The ARIC dataset was used to compare changes in the number of metabolic syndrome criteria (0-5) over a 9-year period to average % of protein from plant sources for 10,038 Americans age 45–64. Quartiles of plant protein intake were controlled for important covariates in linear regression. Results As hypothesized, quartiles with higher percentages of protein intake from plant sources showed a decrease in metabolic syndrome score [B (change in metabolic syndrome score over 9 years per plant protein quartile) = -0.039; 95% confidence interval (CI): -0.063, -0.016] over 9 years of follow up. Waist circumference was the most significantly associated metabolic syndrome factor (B = -0.053; 95% CI -0.030, -0.011). A decrease in BMI was similarly correlated with higher intakes of plant proteins (B = -0.077; 95% CI -0.214, -0.0112). Conclusions These results suggest that a higher intake of plant proteins could be protective against increased BMI, waist circumference, and worsening metabolic syndrome and therefore may reduce risk of cardiovascular disease, diabetes, and stroke. Funding Sources University Funding.

scholarly journals The effect of increasing intakes of plant protein on the protein quality of Canadian diets

2021 ◽  
Author(s):  
Christopher P.F. Marinangeli ◽  
Hrvoje Fabek ◽  
Mavra Ahmed ◽  
Diana Sanchez-Hernandez ◽  
Samara Foisy ◽  
...  
Keyword(s):  
Amino Acid ◽  
Protein Quality ◽  
Protein Digestibility ◽  
Canadian Community Health Survey ◽  
Plant Protein ◽  
Time Interval ◽  
Time Intervals ◽  
Plant Foods ◽  
Protein Consumption

The 2015 Canadian Community Health Survey was used to investigated the protein content and protein quality of the diets consumed by adults (≥ 19 years) when plant protein is increased. Individuals (n=6498) were allocated to quartiles of increasing proportions of protein from plant foods (Q1:0-24.9%; Q2:25%-49.9%; Q3:50-74.9%; Q4:75-100%). The Protein Digestibility Corrected Amino Acid Score (PDCAAS) of diets were estimated using indispensable amino acid concentrations of foods and an assumed digestibility coefficient of 0.8. Corrected protein intakes were determined by aggregating foods consumed over 24hrs and as the sum of corrected protein consumed at eating events within six, four-hour time intervals. Most individuals (51%) consumed 25-49.9% of protein from plant foods. Cereal-based foods represented the majority of plant protein consumed. PDCAAS of diets remained ≥0.87 for Q1-3, but decreased (p<0.0001) to 0.71±0.018 in Q4 vs. Q2 (0.96±0.004). Corrected protein intakes in Q2 (80.66±1.21 g/day; 1.07±0.03 g protein/kg BW) decreased to 37.13±1.88 g/day (0.54±0.03 g/kg BW) in Q4 (p<0.0001). Aggregated daily corrected protein intake strongly correlated (r=0.99; p<0.001) with the sum of corrected protein consumed within time intervals. Intra-time interval analysis revealed that the relative proportions of animal and plant proteins changed at eating events over 24hrs; and did not reflect the allocation to quartiles based on the daily proportion of plant protein consumption. Various tools should be explored and developed to assist Canadians in effectively incorporating plant protein foods into dietary patterns. Novelty: ●Corrected protein intakes decreased as plant protein consumption increased. ●PDCAAS was ≥0.87 for diets with ≤74.9% plant protein.

scholarly journals Cocoa and health: a decade of research

2007 ◽  
Vol 99 (1) ◽  
pp. 1-11 ◽  
Author(s):  
Karen A. Cooper ◽  
Jennifer L. Donovan ◽  
Andrew L. Waterhouse ◽  
Gary Williamson
Keyword(s):  
Medical Journal ◽  
Heart Disease ◽  
Antioxidant Status ◽  
Disease Risk ◽  
Health Benefits ◽  
Potential Health ◽  
The Press ◽  
Potential Sources ◽  
Heart Disease Risk

It has been over 10 years since the first mention in a medical journal about cocoa and chocolate as potential sources of antioxidants for health. During this time, cocoa has been found to improve antioxidant status, reduce inflammation and correlate with reduced heart disease risk; with these results, and its popularity, it has received wide coverage in the press. However, after 10 years of research, what is known about the potential health benefits of cocoa and what are the important next steps in understanding this decadent source of antioxidants?

scholarly journals Phenolic Compounds and Potential Health Benefits of Pigmented Rice

2020 ◽  
Author(s):  
Prinya Wongsa
Keyword(s):  
Bioactive Compounds ◽  
Disease Risk ◽  
Oryza Sativa L ◽  
Cardiovascular Disease Risk ◽  
Health Benefits ◽  
Health Benefit ◽  
Red Rice ◽  
Potential Health ◽  
Pigmented Rice ◽  
Anti Inflammatory

Rice (Oryza sativa L.) is one of the most important staple plant foods for global population especially in Asian countries. Pigmented rice including red rice, black, and purple contains a range of bioactive compounds including phenolics acids and flavonoids. Anthocyanins and proanthocyanidins are recognized as a major functional component in pigmented rice. Recently, pigmented rice varieties have received increasing attention from consumers due to its high nutritional values and bioactive compounds, providing its potential health benefits including antioxidant, anti-inflammatory, anticancer, and antidiabetic. Therefore, the objective of this chapter is to provide an up-to-date coverage of a systematic and advanced isolation, extraction and analytical methods, and potential health benefit studies related to antioxidant, anti-inflammatory, antidiabetic cardiovascular disease risk inhibition potential and anti-neurodegenerative potential of pigmented rice.

scholarly journals Nutritional quality and health benefits of chickpea (Cicer arietinumL.): a review

2012 ◽  
Vol 108 (S1) ◽  
pp. S11-S26 ◽  
Author(s):  
A. K. Jukanti ◽  
P. M. Gaur ◽  
C. L. L. Gowda ◽  
R. N. Chibbar
Keyword(s):  
Amino Acids ◽  
Unsaturated Fatty Acids ◽  
Protein Quality ◽  
Health Benefits ◽  
Essential Amino Acids ◽  
Good Source ◽  
Potential Health ◽  
Beneficial Effects ◽  
Pulse Crop ◽  
Storage Carbohydrate

Chickpea (Cicer arietinumL.) is an important pulse crop grown and consumed all over the world, especially in the Afro-Asian countries. It is a good source of carbohydrates and protein, and protein quality is considered to be better than other pulses. Chickpea has significant amounts of all the essential amino acids except sulphur-containing amino acids, which can be complemented by adding cereals to the daily diet. Starch is the major storage carbohydrate followed by dietary fibre, oligosaccharides and simple sugars such as glucose and sucrose. Although lipids are present in low amounts, chickpea is rich in nutritionally important unsaturated fatty acids such as linoleic and oleic acids. β-Sitosterol, campesterol and stigmasterol are important sterols present in chickpea oil. Ca, Mg, P and, especially, K are also present in chickpea seeds. Chickpea is a good source of important vitamins such as riboflavin, niacin, thiamin, folate and the vitamin A precursor β-carotene. As with other pulses, chickpea seeds also contain anti-nutritional factors which can be reduced or eliminated by different cooking techniques. Chickpea has several potential health benefits, and, in combination with other pulses and cereals, it could have beneficial effects on some of the important human diseases such as CVD, type 2 diabetes, digestive diseases and some cancers. Overall, chickpea is an important pulse crop with a diverse array of potential nutritional and health benefits.

scholarly journals FLAXSEED MEAL FEEDING TO DAIRY COWS AS A STRATEGY TO IMPROVE MILK ENTEROLACTONE CONCENTRATION: A LITERATURE REVIEW

Nativa ◽  
2021 ◽  
Vol 9 (4) ◽  
pp. 373-381
Author(s):  
Caren Paludo Ghedini ◽  
Daiane Caroline de Moura
Keyword(s):  
Literature Review ◽  
Dairy Cows ◽  
Disease Risk ◽  
Health Benefits ◽  
Feeding Strategies ◽  
Potential Health ◽  
Flaxseed Meal ◽  
Prostate Cancers ◽  
Gastrointestinal Microbes ◽  
Nutraceutical Properties

ABSTRACT: Flaxseed (Linum usitatissimum) is the richest source of the plant lignan secoisolariciresinol diglucoside (SDG). In mammals, including bovine, SDG is converted to the mammalian lignans enterolactone (EL) and enterodiol (ED) by the action of gastrointestinal microbes. There is a great deal of interest in promoting increased intakes of lignans in humans’ diet due to the potential health benefits of mammalian lignans, especially in the prevention of cardiovascular diseases, hypercholesterolaemia, breast and prostate cancers, and osteoporosis. Consumption of milk and dairy products enriched in EL could be an excellent strategy to increase the intake of lignans by humans. This literature review will focus on presenting feeding strategies capable to improve milk enterolactone concentration. Research has demonstrated the potential of flaxseed meal (FM) feeding to dairy cows as a strategy to improve milk EL concentration, therefore enhancing milk nutraceutical proprieties. A considerable number of studies have demonstrated that feeding vegetable lignans-rich sources, such as FM, to dairy cows improves EL in milk. Additionally, it has been reported that changes in the carbohydrate profile of FM-based diets fed to dairy cows can alter the output of milk EL. The application of animal nutrition as a tool to increase nutraceutical properties of milk (i.e. increased EL concentration) is a valuable strategy for promoting the association of milk with humans’ health benefits and is of great interest in contemporary society. Keywords: nutraceutical proprieties, bioactive compounds, lignans, dairy cows, disease risk reduction

scholarly journals Separating the Wheat from the Chaff: Nutritional Value of Plant Proteins and Their Potential Contribution to Human Health

Nutrients ◽  
2020 ◽  
Vol 12 (8) ◽  
pp. 2410
Author(s):  
Robert W. Davies ◽  
Philip M. Jakeman
Keyword(s):  
Amino Acids ◽  
Nutritional Value ◽  
Critical Role ◽  
Plant Protein ◽  
Potential Contribution ◽  
Plant Proteins ◽  
Natural Form ◽  
Potential Health ◽  
Plant Source ◽  
Animal Source

The quality and nutritional value of dietary proteins are determined by the quantity, digestibility and bioavailability of essential amino acids (EAA), which play a critical role in human growth, longevity and metabolic health. Plant-source protein is often deficient in one or more EAAs (e.g., branched-chain amino acids, lysine, methionine and/or tryptophan) and, in its natural form, is less digestible than animal-source protein. Nevertheless, dietary intake of plant-source protein has been promoted because of its potential health benefits, lower cost of production and lower environmental impact compared to animal-source protein. Implementation of dietary strategies that improve both human and planetary health are of critical importance and subject to growing interest from researchers and consumers. Therefore, in this review we analyse current plant protein intake patterns and discuss possible countermeasures that can enhance plant protein nutrition, examples include: (1) combining different plant proteins with complementary EAA profiles; (2) identification and commercial cultivation of new and novel high-quality plant proteins; (3) industrial and domestic processing methods; and (4) genome-editing techniques.

scholarly journals Lifespan Developmental Analysis of Health Problems and Problem Drinking Across White and Underrepresented Adults

2021 ◽  
Vol 5 (Supplement_1) ◽  
pp. 1045-1046
Author(s):  
Willard Boyd ◽  
Yimei Li ◽  
Mohammed Ahmed ◽  
Dania Mohammed ◽  
Thomas Kwan ◽  
...  
Keyword(s):  
Older Adults ◽  
Problem Drinking ◽  
Health Benefits ◽  
Outcome Variable ◽  
Positive Health ◽  
Group Status ◽  
Potential Health ◽  
Apparent Lack ◽  
Moderate Drinking ◽  
Older Adulthood

Abstract Research has illustrated potential health benefits from moderate drinking, but also health risks from excessive drinking. Few studies have contrasted drinking effects on health across different periods of the lifespan, and how such contrasts may vary across sociodemographic subpopulations. In this study, we investigated underrepresented racial and ethnic group status as a moderator of drinking effects on health across the lifespan. Analyses used data from two waves of a large U.S.-representative sample. We estimated a series of 3*3 between-persons ANOVAs testing effects of Wave-1 drinking group (abstainer, moderate drinkers, and excessive drinkers), age (young adulthood, midlife, and older adulthood), and drinking-group-by-age interactions in White versus underrepresented status. The outcome variable was Wave-2 hypertension (controlling for Wave-1 hypertension). In the older-adult White group, results reflected the familiar “j-shaped” curve of alcohol effects on health. Specifically, abstainers experienced higher hypertension than moderate drinkers (with marginal significance: p=.054), and excessive drinkers experienced higher hypertension than moderate drinkers (p= .002). In contrast, among underrepresented older adults, hypertension levels did not vary significantly by drinking group. Graphical results clarified that the lack of drinking effects among underrepresented older adults reflected that they had similarly elevated hypertension across all three drinking groups, whereas the White older adults only had comparably elevated hypertension in the excessive-drinker group. These findings suggest that the positive health effects of moderate drinking apply primarily to White older adults. Our poster will discuss potential explanations for the apparent lack of health benefits of safe-drinking practices among underrepresented older adults.

scholarly journals Roots and Tuber Crops as Functional Foods: A Review on Phytochemical Constituents and Their Potential Health Benefits

2016 ◽  
Vol 2016 ◽  
pp. 1-15 ◽  
Author(s):  
Anoma Chandrasekara ◽  
Thamilini Josheph Kumar
Keyword(s):  
Functional Foods ◽  
Disease Risk ◽  
Health Benefits ◽  
Geographical Location ◽  
Industrial Applications ◽  
Bioactive Constituents ◽  
Sweet Potatoes ◽  
Potential Health ◽  
Immense Potential ◽  
Tuber Crops

Starchy roots and tuber crops play a pivotal role in the human diet. There are number of roots and tubers which make an extensive biodiversity even within the same geographical location. Thus, they add variety to the diet in addition to offering numerous desirable nutritional and health benefits such as antioxidative, hypoglycemic, hypocholesterolemic, antimicrobial, and immunomodulatory activities. A number of bioactive constituents such as phenolic compounds, saponins, bioactive proteins, glycoalkaloids, and phytic acids are responsible for the observed effects. Many starchy tuber crops, except the common potatoes, sweet potatoes, and cassava, are not yet fully explored for their nutritional and health benefits. In Asian countries, some edible tubers are also used as traditional medicinal. A variety of foods can be prepared using tubers and they may also be used in industrial applications. Processing may affect the bioactivities of constituent compounds. Tubers have an immense potential as functional foods and nutraceutical ingredients to be explored in disease risk reduction and wellness.

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