We know that consuming plant sources of protein is better for planetary health. But it’s worth asking: are we making sacrifices to our physical health by making food choices with the planet in mind?
A question that often arises in the world of fitness and nutrition is whether animal or plant protein is superior to the other. Is animal protein superior to plant protein? Is plant protein superior? Or are they more or less equivalent? That’s what this episode is going to explore. I want you to know how your food choices are affecting both environmental health and your own health.
See below for resources and works cited.
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When it comes to doing something about climate change, your food choices matter.
Thanks for tuning in to Eating for Eden, a podcast that takes a food-first approach to climate action.
We’ve been given a beautiful garden to steward. It may seem like a small thing, but the food we eat plays a massive role in either contributing to or lessening carbon emissions.
I’m here to help you decide with intention what you’re putting on your plate and into your mouth (and thoroughly enjoy your food along the way).
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Resources and Works Cited
Hamilton Roschel and team’s study: Victoria Hevia-Larraín, et al, “High-Protein Plant-Based Diet Versus a Protein-Matched Omnivorous Diet to Support Resistance Training Adaptations: A Comparison Between Habitual Vegans and Omnivores,” https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/33599941/.
Hamilton Roschel interviewed on The Proof podcast, episode 137, “Animal Versus Plant Protein For Building Muscle And Strength | Hamilton Roschel”: https://theproof.com/animal-vs-plant-protein-for-building-muscle-and-strength/.
Andres V Ardisson Korat, et al, “Dietary protein intake in midlife in relation to healthy aging - results from the prospective Nurses’ Health Study cohort,” https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/38309825/.
Simon Hill, The Proof podcast, episode 318, “New Study On Protein, Healthy Aging And Longevity Ft. Layne Norton & Dr Matthew Nagra | Simon Hill, Msc, Bsc”: https://theproof.com/new-study-on-protein-healthy-aging-and-longevity-ft-layne-norton-dr-matthew-nagra-simon-hill-msc-bsc/.
