Plantbased

Recent research indicates that a healthy plant-based diet may lower the risk of obstructive sleep apnoea (OSA), while diets high in refined carbs and sugars could increase this risk. The study, which analyzed dietary patterns and OSA symptoms among over 14,000 participants, highlights the importance of diet quality in managing OSA risk, with noted differences between genders.People who eat a healthy, plant-based diet that is high in vegetables, fruit, whole grains, and nuts are less likely to suffer from obstructive sleep…

Despite the known benefits of consuming less meat and more plant-based foods, consumers often struggle at the supermarket, swayed by taste and texture preferences, even as some plant-based alternatives fall short in sustainability. New research from the University of Copenhagen introduces a promising solution: using non-toxic blue-green algae, specifically modified cyanobacteria, to produce protein-rich foods with meat-like textures, offering a sustainable and minimally processed alternative.It’s widely recognized that…

Research from Tufts University indicates that women who consume more plant-based proteins are less likely to develop chronic diseases and maintain better health into older age. The study, analyzing data from over 48,000 women, highlights the benefits of plant proteins over animal proteins for heart health, mental health, and overall longevity, recommending a diet rich in fruits, vegetables, nuts, and seeds, with some fish and animal protein for essential nutrients.A recent study led by Tufts University discovered that…

While the food tech investment sector figured itself out last year, Miruku, a New Zealand-based food tech company, was busy getting ahead of molecular farming technology. That proactive strategy put the company about “three to four years ahead of emerging competitors,” CEO Amos Palfreyman told TechCrunch. “Miruku has not only aimed to navigate the challenges presented by the shifting climate impacting traditional dairy production, but has also broadened our focus to address critical issues of…

Recent research challenges the traditional view of early human diets in the Andes, suggesting a shift from “hunter-gatherers” to “gatherer-hunters.” The study, analyzing remains from the Wilamaya Patjxa and Soro Mik’aya Patjxa sites in Peru, reveals an 80 percent plant-based and 20 percent meat diet among early Andeans. This finding, based on isotope chemistry and statistical modeling, contradicts previous beliefs and influences current perceptions of diets such as the Paleodiet. It also indicates a need to reassess…

A team of South Korean researchers at Yonsei University have that’s quite literally filled with beef. The lab-grown rice grains were infused with cow muscle and fat cells, so they are one part plant and one part meat. The rice is also an appetizing shade of bright pink, which tends to happen when flesh enters the picture.The team hopes to eventually offer a cheaper and more sustainable source of protein with a much lower carbon footprint than actual beef. It’ll also save time for those who enjoy a nice beef bowl over…

A study reveals that overweight adults who replace animal products with plant-based foods experience significant weight loss and improved health, regardless of the healthfulness of the plant-based foods consumed.Switching from animal products to plant-based foods, regardless of whether these plant-based items are considered healthy or unhealthy as per the plant-based diet index, leads to weight loss in overweight individuals, lowers cholesterol and fat consumption, and boosts fiber intake according to a new analysis by…

A study reveals that a healthy plant-based diet, involving reduced intake of processed and sugary foods, can decrease the risk of type 2 diabetes by 24% by improving metabolism and organ function.A plant-based diet has been proven for the first time to improve metabolism and liver and kidney function.With limitations – as demonstrated in a study led by Tilman Kühn from MedUni Vienna’s Center for Public Health: A more plant-based diet only develops its protective effects if not only the consumption of animal-based foods,…

Recent research reveals that fermenting alliums like onions with fungi can naturally mimic meat flavors, offering a promising solution for enhancing plant-based meat alternatives without synthetic additives. Plant-based substitutes like tempeh and bean burgers offer protein-packed choices for individuals looking to cut down on meat. However, mimicking the taste and smell of meat is difficult, and many companies use artificial additives for this purpose.  A recent study in ACS’ Journal of Agricultural and Food Chemistry…

Vegetarian and vegan diets significantly reduce levels of cholesterol and fats in the blood, thereby decreasing the risk of heart and blood vessel diseases, according to a comprehensive analysis of randomized trials since 1982. The study also found that plant-based diets can achieve a third of the cholesterol-lowering effect of statins, suggesting a potential synergy when both strategies are combined.According to a comprehensive evaluation of randomized trials published since 1982, both vegan and vegetarian diets are…