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People hold a carton of milk with a suspicious look on their face
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OPINION
Health

Why milk’s protein casein isn’t ‘one of the strongest promoters of cancer’?

A viral Plant Based News clip incorrectly claims casein, the main protein in milk, is ‘one of the strongest promoters of cancer’, despite the opposing scientific evidence.
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A spread of protein foods including chicken, eggs, tofu, lentils and beans in bowls
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OPINION
Nutrition

Is animal protein really superior for muscle growth? The scoring system examined

Many people mention "protein quality" when discussing different protein sources, but what does that mean, and how important is it?
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Textured soy protein pieces in a bowl beside dry soybeans on a table
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OPINION
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Why texturized soy protein isn't the worst protein in the world

Eric Berg claims that texturized soy protein is "toxic" and "one of the worst foods for your body", despite the evidence showing that he's mostly wrong.
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A person holds a packet of minced meat in front of pricing signs that show a very high price
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OPINION
Food Systems

Why has meat become so expensive? Unpacking why plant-based protein could become the much cheaper option

For the first time in decades, meat is now often more expensive than plant-based meat alternatives. In this article, we unpack the reasons why.
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