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What is the difference between Plant Protein and Animal Protein?

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D. Peter

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D. Peter, Software Developer, B.E (Bachelor of Engineering), Mexico

Answered Nov 08, 2019

Protein is needed by living things so that they can keep on growing. People can get their protein from two sources, namely plant protein and animal protein. Animal proteins are usually complete, and they can provide the type of protein that human beings need. This means that the protein already comes with different essential fatty acids that will allow people to grow.

Protein from animal sources may usually come from meat and eggs, but some may also get it from dairy. Plant-animal proteins are lentils, beans, and nuts. They may lack some amino acids that people may need. This means that vegetarians and vegans would need to pay more attention to their plant proteins so that they can come up with meal plans that will allow them to acquire the proteins that they need.

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Answered Nov 04, 2019

Animal proteins are very similar to human proteins and are used rapidly in comparison to plant proteins. The amino acids provided by animal protein can be easily obtained for protein synthesizing reactions. With the aid of these reactions, they can operate to their full potential. Various kinds of animal proteins like chicken, fish, and some dairy products carry the necessary amino acids that humans need to create body proteins.

Animal proteins mostly contain just a few carbs, which allows you to consume the major part of your calories from proteins. Some animal-based food, including egg yolks and red meat, contains high amounts of iron and zinc, which are absorbed quickly by the body compared to plant proteins. Plant proteins contain one or more amino acids in limited quantities. Foods like whole grains, nuts, soy, and legumes ensure a lower amount of unhealthy fats and cholesterol in the body.

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