However, animal protein sources are generally more digestible than plant protein sources. Meat, fish, cheese, and milk are considered highly digestible.

Animal protein is rich in nutrients such as B12, heme, iron, zinc, vitamin D, and omega-3s, whereas plant protein is rich in fibers, antioxidants, phytonutrients, and unsaturated fats. 6 / 6.

Participants with higher plant-to-animal protein ratios showed a significantly reduced risk of CVD compared to those who had the lowest plant-to-animal protein ratio – they had a 19% lower risk.

Compared to participants who consumed the lowest plant to animal protein ratio (~1:4.2), participants who consumed the highest (~1:1.3) had a 19% lower risk of CVD and a 27% lower risk of CHD.

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