YOUR SAY: Would you swap to plant-based meat? New research shows plant-based meat products are generally healthier than their processed meat equivalents. 9News MORE INFO: 9News | WATCH LIVE 6p
George Institute dietitian Dr Daisy Coyle said that in Australia, processed meats have been classified as discretionary foods in the national dietary guidelines and have been linked to various types of cancer, so consumers are advised to limit these meats as part of a healthy diet.
"But it isn't as simple as a straight swap — solely relying on meat alternatives as a direct replacement for meat could lead to iron, zinc and B12 deficiencies over time if you are not boosting your intake of these essential nutrients from other sources or taking supplements," she said. "To guard against this, make sure you are consuming other animal proteins such as eggs, cheese, milk, yoghurt and/or rich plant-based sources of iron including dark leafy vegetables such as spinach and broccoli, as well as tofu, nuts and seeds, and beans and legumes."
Coyle said until the health impacts of plant-based meat products were better understood, they were best eaten in moderation along with other plant-based proteins such as bean patties, falafel and tofu, or unprocessed lean meats and seafood.Continue reading
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