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What Vegan’s Think When Shopping! Shopping at the grocery store is a lot different for a vegan versus someone who consumes meat. When I used to consume meat, food was food. I would still shop outside the grocery store first because that’s where the healthy foods are, but I would never shop as heavily in the produce aisle versus now. I knew processed junk food was terrible, but I didn’t understand how much worst it could be with animal by-products inside of it. Once I became vegan, I started to learn more about plant-based nutrition. The more I learned, the more I started mainly consuming a whole foods plant-based diet. Vegetables, fruits, grains, and legumes have the most nutrients and fiber you need for your body to be healthy and clean. Animals-based foods don’t have any fiber and lack nutrients when compared to a wfpb diet. Another reason why I stopped consuming animal-based products, it’s because of the abuse and enslavement that animals go through to make it on my plate. I started to see and understand how the energy from stress and death is transferred to humans when you consume these animals. If you eat death, then death will come upon you faster versus consuming food that is living. That’s why I say that my body is not a graveyard for dead animals. My body is a temple of life, so I flourish it with living foods like plants! Comment “NEW VEGAN” to learn more about how to get more living foods within your lifestyle!

Vegan foods are harming your health Yesterday, a story ran in the Daily Mail, New York Post, CNN and others saying that consumption of plant-based meats increased the risk of heart attacks by 15%. I was intrigued, so I dug a little deeper. It turns out the headline has a Rishi Sunak-level misuse of numbers. In this study, the data collected predates 2012 (!) and shows that just 0.2% of energy consumed came from plant-based meat alternatives, and a whopping 39.2% came from things that we know aren't good for us: cakes, biscuits, sweets, ready meals, alcohol, etc. "Biscuits are linked to increase in heart deaths" - wouldn't make the same headline... So what's the morale of the story? Ultra- processed vegan foods are much less harmful to your health than other products. Also; ➡ Food is confusing, and diet is incredibly nuanced. We should consider overall quality rather than cherry-picking products. ➡ Data can be your friend or your foe. It'll tell the story you want it to—just make sure it's the right one! 

Beyond Meat has launched Sun Sausage, a unique #plantbasedprotein that stands out by not imitating beef, pork, or chicken. This new offering is aimed at people who prefer less processed, clean options in their plant-based diets. Sun Sausage is crafted from whole ingredients such as spinach, bell peppers, brown rice, and red lentils. It comes in three flavors: Pineapple Jalapeno, Pesto, and Cajun. It is exclusively available at Sprouts Farmers Markets nationwide. Individuals adhering to plant-based diets are increasingly inclined to purchase products that contain nutrient-dense, whole-food ingredients rather than traditional meat substitutes. Sun Sausage meets this demand by emphasizing clean, whole ingredients that resonate with plant-based eaters and meat-eaters seeking to include more plant-based proteins in their diets. Beyond Meat's launch of Sun Sausage aligns with its objective to offer healthier products. Sun Sausage has received certifications from both the American Heart Association and the American Diabetes Association, underscoring its nutritional value. Despite facing recent financial challenges, Beyond Meat remains dedicated to innovation and enhancing the nutritional profile of plant-based foods. Read Elizabeth Flood's article on Food Dive for more insights: "Beyond Meat launches ‘first of its kind’ protein to appeal to health-conscious consumers." #BeyondMeat #PlantBased #CleanEating #WholeFoods #Health #Nutrition #Dietitian #FoodIndustry #SustainableFoodTrends #Sustainability #Vegetarian #PlantBased

This is an interesting piece of research: vegetarians consume more ultraprocessed food than people who eat meat, or for that matter for vegans. What many of the plant based diet supporters forget is that meat substitutes are pretty much all ultra-processed. What is the definition of ultra-processed food? I define it has something that uses ingredients you can't buy in the supermarket (although some you could possibly source in the builders' merchants!) and/or use processes that you can't replicate in a domestic kitchen. There is a lot of deliberate obfuscation around ultra-processed and processed foods. The soup I have just made is processed because it involved a collection of ingredients that were combined together and submitted to a process - heat - to produce the finished item. Plant-based dietary patterns and ultra-processed food consumption: a cross-sectional analysis of the UK Biobank Chang, Kiara et al. eClinicalMedicine, Volume 78, 102931

Uses of Soya Bean in Food Processing Soya beans are a versatile ingredient widely used in food processing due to their rich nutritional content and functional properties. They serve as a key component in various food products, providing protein, healthy fats, and other essential nutrients. 1. Soya Milk Soya beans are used to produce soya milk, a popular plant-based alternative to dairy milk. Soya milk is lactose-free, making it ideal for people with lactose intolerance and those on vegan or vegetarian diets. 2. Tofu and Soy Protein Soya beans are processed into tofu and textured soy protein, which are commonly used as meat substitutes in vegetarian and vegan dishes. These products are rich in protein and have a neutral taste, making them adaptable to different flavors and cooking styles. 3. Soy Flour and Oil Soya beans are also ground into soy flour, which is used in baking and as a thickening agent in food products. Additionally, soya oil, extracted from the beans, is a widely used cooking oil and an ingredient in various processed foods. #marketing #soya #foodprocessing #farming #agriculture #businessowner #food #export #branding #economicgrowth

A Complete Guide of "𝐇𝐲𝐝𝐫𝐨𝐥𝐲𝐳𝐞𝐝 𝐕𝐞𝐠𝐞𝐭𝐚𝐛𝐥𝐞 𝐏𝐫𝐨𝐭𝐞𝐢𝐧" [ PDF Guide ]   ➡𝐂𝐥𝐢𝐜𝐤 𝐡𝐞𝐫𝐞 𝐟𝐨𝐫 𝐏𝐃𝐅>> https://lnkd.in/d7nSwYMc Hydrolysed vegetable #protein is a #flavour enhancer that is used in processed foods like soups, chili, sauces, gravies, stews and some meat products like hot dogs. It is produced by boiling foods like soy, corn, or wheat in hydrochloric acid and then neutralizing the solution with sodium hydroxide. The acid breaks down the protein in vegetables into their component amino acids by a chemical process called acid hydrolysis. Vegetable protein hydrolysates are emerging as a vital ingredient in the food processing industry for developing convenient food formulations. Plant-based protein hydrolysates are used in the processed food industry for both nutritional and functional reasons. For instance, vegetable protein hydrolysates can act as emulsifiers and binders in processed food products. They help stabilize emulsions, improve texture, and enhance moisture retention, which can be beneficial in various food applications such as sauces, dressings, bakery products, and meat analogs. These properties contribute to improved product quality and consumer acceptance. 𝐃𝐫𝐢𝐯𝐞𝐫𝐬     1.          Increased Demand for Processed & Convenience Foods 2.          Growing Popularity of Vegetarian and Vegan Diets 3.          Rising Awareness about the Health Benefits of Plant-Based Protein 4.          Growing Health and Wellness Trend #growth #india #quality #china #australia #china #Vegetableproteinhydrolysates #Vegetableprotein #Vegetable #protein #PlantProteinHydrolysates #VeggiePeptidePowders #GreenProteinHydrolysates #VegetablePeptideIsolate #PlantDerivedHydrolysates #NutriVegPeptides #VeganProteinDigestibles #HerbHydrolyzedProtein #BioactiveVegPeptides #SustainablePlantHydrolysates #plantbasedprotein #food #vegetarian

Our margarine series here on LinkedIn ended just last week. We are now continuing with a fitting topic: Plant-based foods – a growing trending topic in 2024. 🌱📈 The global plant-based food market is expected to triple in size, growing from $11.3 billion in 2023 to $35.9 billion by 2033, with a CAGR of 12.2%. This growth is driven by the increasing popularity of veganism, flexitarian diets, and the rising demand for dairy and meat substitutes due to health, environmental, and animal welfare concerns. 🐮 🐷 However, the formulation of such foods is sometimes very challenging.  How do you ensure that a vegan yogurt-alternative, for example, has the same consistency, a similar taste and the same physical stability as the milk-based original? A new exciting story from the world of vegetarian and vegan food research will accompany you every week until February. Stay tuned! #LUM #LUMGmbH #LUMiSizer #LUMiFuge #plantbased #plantbasedfood #vegan #vegetarian #food #foodformulation #foodresearch #foodscience

A whole-foods, plant-based (WFPB) diet emphasizes fresh, minimally processed foods and prioritizes plants. Emphasizing whole, minimally processed foods: Think lots of colorful veggies (especially greens – broccoli, kale, bok choy), beans, legumes, onions, garlic, mushrooms, whole grains, seeds, nuts & berries. Limiting or avoiding animal products: While some WFPB followers exclude all animal products, others may include small amounts of eggs, poultry, seafood, meat, or dairy. Excluding refined foods: Say no to added sugars, white flour, and processed oils. Prioritizing food quality: try to get locally sourced, organic option whenever you can A well-balanced whole-foods, plant-based diet not only nourishes your body but also supports your brain health!