Plant-based proteins do not stimulate muscle growth as well as animal-based. It is less digestible and contains lower levels of branch-chain amino acids. But I do not think that this is a good enough reason to favour animal-based protein: I will explain why below:
https://twitter.com/moonrisen809/status/1314586805455462401
Plant proteins in sufficient quantities can help us to build muscle and strength – the numerous elite-level plant-based athletes are a testament to this. When plant protein is eaten at higher levels, the problems of lower digestibility and anabolic potential are overcome.
observatorio.fm.usp.br/handle/OPI/347…
For example, this study found no differences in terms of muscle adaptations following resistance training between those consuming 1.6g of plant protein p/kg/day; compared to those eating the same amount of animal protein.
For example, this study found no differences in terms of muscle adaptations following resistance training between those consuming 1.6g of plant protein p/kg/day; compared to those eating the same amount of animal protein.
Plant proteins are universally associated with better health outcomes and surrogate measures of health compared to animal proteins.
https://twitter.com/ScepticalDoctor/status/1285500512612179968
Lower bioavailability/digestibility can be overcome and should not lead us to choose animal sources of protein. A well-planned diet, low in animal proteins (but high in plant proteins) would seem to give us the best chance of both a strong body and good long-term health.
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