Unit 5 DB: Animal-Based And Plant-Based Proteins

Review the Valenti, Vandenberg, and Lehman articles in this week’s Readings and Resources and answer the following prompts:

• Compare and contrast plant-based and animal-based protein sources.  Include science references to support your descriptions.
  • What are the similarities?
  • What are the differences?
• Describe two meals: One should include a combination of only plant-based proteins (no animal sources) and the second should include an animal-based protein. Unit 5 DB: Animal-Based And Plant-Based Proteins
  

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Proteins

Proteins

In this Unit, we will spend time learning about proteins. Out of the three macronutrients, proteins are the ones that most people can agree, can’t be eliminated. Protein provides the body with the essential building blocks to make muscle, connective tissues, hormones, digestive and other enzymes, and so MANY more. The part of this unit that can cause a debate amongst our society, is the types of protein that are needed to give the body what it needs. The debate: Animal versus plant-based protein! In this unit, we will take a look at the differences in these food plans. We will explore the benefits and disadvantages of each.

• Explain the function of protein and its importance.
• Identify the differences between animal-based proteins and plant-based proteins.
• Describe plant-based food combining and how it applies to digestion and gut health.

Activities:

• Read, view, and engage with Readings and Resources.
• Actively participate in the Unit 5 Discussion.
• Complete and submit the Unit 5 Knowledge Check. Unit 5 DB: Animal-Based And Plant-Based Proteins
• Complete and submit Exam 2.

Readings and Resources

Readings and Resources

eBook:

Schiff, W. (2022). Nutrition for healthy living (6th ed.). McGraw-Hill.

In this chapter, you will learn about the functions of proteins and how the body uses them. You will also learn where proteins are found and why it is important to consume essential protein sources, as well as the difference between complete and incomplete proteins.

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Articles, Websites, and Videos:

This article describes the importance of protein and how to calculate how much you need.

• Ames, H. (2021). https://www.medicalnewstoday.com/articles/protein-intake. Medical News Today.

In this article, Dr. Will Cole explains how to utilize plant-based proteins in your diet to create a whole food plant-based food plan that will allow you to thrive.

• Cole, W. (2021). The definitive guide to the cleanest plant-based protein sources. Cole Natural Health Centers.

The following resources will be used for this week’s Discussion Board:

• Valenti, L. (2019). Top vegetarian protein sources. Eating Well.
• Vandenberg, E. (2019). What are the healthiest animal protein sources?Wexner Medical Center.
• Lehman, S. (2020). Complete protein combinations for vegans. Very Well Fit.

In this article, Dr. Will Cole talks about the different types of animal and plant-based protein powders.

• Cole, W. (2021). Could your protein powder be throwing off your hormones?Cole Natural Health Centers.

https://www.health.harvard.edu/blog/how-much-protein-do-you-need-every-day-201506188096#:~:text=To%20determine%20your%20daily%20protein,grams%20of%20protein%20a%20day. Unit 5 DB: Animal-Based And Plant-Based Proteins