Selection of Plant-Based Meat Sources

More and more people are interested in following a vegetarian or vegan diet or reducing the use of animal products. With the advent of fortified and more nutrient-dense plant-based foods, it is becoming easier and easier to move away from animal products. At the simplest level, animal meat consists of protein, fat, vitamins, minerals, and water. While plants don't have muscle, they contain protein, fat, vitamins, minerals, and water. Plant-based meats take advantage of this biochemical similarity between plants and animals. It is possible to get enough high-quality protein from plants, and we have many choices in our diet. Some plants contain high-quality protein (such as soybeans) and include multiple protein sources throughout the day (such as legumes, whole grains, nuts, seeds, and soy products), allowing you to combine and supplement the different amino acids found in plants.

Solutions

Plant-based meats are in high demand by consumers, so plant-based proteins are becoming increasingly popular. For proteins, lipids, or functional compounds that are normally consumed, we can look for analogs or substitutes in the plant world. If substitutes do not exist in nature, we can try to manufacture them by mechanically, chemically, or biologically treating the plant component. Lifeasible is a leading partner in plant-based protein evaluation for the plant-based meat industry. We offer the following abundant and healthy plant-based proteins, including but not limited to:

• Tofu, Tempeh, and Edamame
• Lentils
• Chickpeas
• Peanuts
• Almonds
• Spirulina
• Quinoa
• Mycoprotein
• Chia Seeds
• Hemp Seeds
• Beans with Rice
• Potatoes
• Protein-Rich Vegetables
• Seitan
• Ezekiel Bread

Plant proteins vary in quality, and not all plant proteins provide sufficient amounts of all essential amino acids, and some contain specific components that can interfere with protein absorption. Lifeasible also offers a variety of strategies to help you obtain high-quality plant protein, which is the main ingredient in plant meat crops.

• Assessment of protein quality. We offer a variety of methods to determine the quality of plant proteins that require sufficient levels of essential amino acids to support human growth and development and are easily digested and absorbed.
• Optimize crop protein content, quality and function. We develop a wide range of high-protein crop strains that are optimized for plant-based meat applications. Our experts use various breeding techniques to achieve this goal, from traditional breeding methods to modern genetic engineering approaches.
• Measurement the functional properties of plant proteins. We have high-throughput screening methods and equipment to assess the functional properties of hundreds or thousands of untapped protein sources and to capture which properties are altered by changes in growth conditions and geographic location.

Making the Most of Plant-Based Proteins

❖ Soak legumes for a few hours before cooking to improve their digestibility.

❖ Add grains and legumes regularly.

❖ Combine plant-based meals with foods rich in vitamin C.

❖ Look for fortified products (such as plant-based alternatives to milk and dairy products or cereal products) to help increase the intake of vitamins, iron, and calcium.

❖ Include small servings of nuts and seeds.

Why Choose Our Plant-Based Meat Sources?

• Potential health benefits associated with increased plant-based dietary intake.
• Consumer concerns about the adverse health effects of consuming a diet high in animal protein.
• Increased consumer awareness of the need to improve the environmental sustainability of food production.
• Ethical issues in the treatment of animals.

Choosing high-quality plant-based proteins is essential for healthy plant-based meat production. Lifeasible has cutting-edge technology, state-of-the-art methods, and innovative solutions. We guarantee the highest quality selection of plant-based meat sources at competitive prices, with short turnaround times and reliable results. Feel free to contact us for more information.