Share on PinterestAlmond yogurt is the most nutritious dairy alternative, according to a new study. Image credit: Stocksy/Getty Images. Plant-based alternatives to dairy products are becoming more readily available to consumers. A recent study found that plant-based yogurts may have some advantages over dairy yogurts, including higher fiber content and less sugar. However, plant-based yogurts had lower amounts of nutrients like protein and calcium. The study indicated that almond-based yogurts had the highest nutrient density according to the Nutrient Rich Foods Index. Plant-based alternatives to many animal products are becoming…
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What exactly is Textured Vegetable Protein (TVP)? – The daily meal
Fabian Montano/Getty Images We may receive a commission on purchases made from links. Textured plant protein, commonly called TVP, has baffled consumers for years despite its simplicity and versatility. TVP represents the dehydrated protein derived during the oil extrusion process. While it can also be made from other basic ingredients, such as wheat or oats, soy is almost always the version you’ll find on the grocery shelf. And because it’s purely soy, consumers on gluten-free, vegan, and heart-healthy diets can enjoy this product. Visually, the TVP looks like crumbled tan…
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