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Nutritional potential of underutilized edible plant species in coffee ... link.springer.com Springer Apr 23, 2021 7 facts
claimThe analyzed underutilized plant species show higher protein, mineral, and vitamin contents compared to commonly consumed species.
claimLeafy vegetables including Amaranthus graecizans, Portulaca oleracea, and Solanum nigrum are good sources of protein and minerals, specifically calcium (Ca), iron (Fe), and zinc (Zn).
claimDiets in rural Ethiopia are often deficient in protein and micronutrients such as iron (Fe), calcium (Ca), and vitamin A, according to Sheehy et al. (2019) and Baye et al. (2019).
claimThe diet in Ethiopia is primarily composed of staples that often lack sufficient protein and micronutrients, leading to malnutrition among children and women.
claimAmaranthus viridis and Hibiscus sabdariffa are important providers of protein, fatty acids, iron, magnesium, calcium, and zinc.
referenceProtein content in Amaranthus graecizans leaves ranges from 17.92 to 23.2 g/100 g dry edible portion, based on values reported from Mali and northern Senegal by Becker (1983) and Akubugwo et al. (2007).
measurementThe leaves of Amaranthus graecizans, Hypolepis sparsisora, Portulaca oleracea, and Solanum nigrum contain protein levels of 17.95, 18.43, 15.62, and 19.26 g/100 g dry edible portion, respectively.
Origins and evolution of the Western diet: health implications for the ... academia.edu The American journal of clinical nutrition 4 facts
referenceThe Institute of Medicine of the National Academies published dietary reference intakes for energy, carbohydrate, fiber, fat, fatty acids, cholesterol, protein, and amino acids in 2002.
referenceWolfe BM and Piche LA demonstrated that replacing carbohydrate with protein in a conventional-fat diet reduces cholesterol and triglyceride concentrations in healthy normolipidemic subjects, as published in Clinical and Investigative Medicine in 1999.
referenceSkov AR, Toubro S, Ronn B, Holm L, and Astrup A conducted a randomized trial comparing protein versus carbohydrate in an ad libitum fat-reduced diet for the treatment of obesity, as published in the International Journal of Obesity and Related Metabolic Disorders in 1999.
referenceWolfe BM and Giovannetti PM found that substituting protein for carbohydrate in the diets of moderately hypercholesterolemic human subjects had short-term effects, as published in the Journal of the American Dietetic Association in 1989.
How do the indices based on the EAT-Lancet recommendations ... medrxiv.org medRxiv May 14, 2024 3 facts
measurementThe EAT-Lancet Index (ELI), which uses semi-quantitative scores, shows positive associations with polyunsaturated fatty acids and vitamins D and E, but negative associations with protein, B-complex vitamins, phosphorus, calcium, and iron.
measurementThe HSDI and ELDS indices, which are based on binary scoring, correlated inversely with several nutrients including protein, DHA, EPA+DHA, riboflavin, niacin, pantothenic acid, vitamin B-6, vitamin B-12, vitamin D, iodine, phosphorus, zinc, calcium, and iron.
claimAcross ELD-I quintiles, protein, LA, vitamin B-12, carbohydrates, and sodium showed negative trends of small magnitude, while zinc showed a negative trend with a moderate effect size; iron and proteins showed no significant trends.
Western pattern diet - Wikipedia en.wikipedia.org Wikipedia 2 facts
referenceThe Food and Nutrition Board of the United States Institute of Medicine identifies Acceptable Macronutrient Distribution Ranges (AMDR) for adults as 45–65% carbohydrate, 10–35% protein, and 20–35% fat as a percentage of total energy, which are associated with reduced risk of chronic diseases while providing adequate nutrients.
measurementIn 2006, the typical American diet consisted of approximately 2,200 kilocalories (9,200 kJ) per day, with 50% of calories from carbohydrates, 15% from protein, and 35% from fat.
Nutritional Evolution – Human Origin and Evolution ebooks.inflibnet.ac.in Mr. Vijit Deepani, Prof. A.K. Kapoor · INFLIBNET 2 facts
claimHuman nutrition serves two primary purposes: providing energy for body processes and physical activity, and building the protein and mineral components of the body.
claimNutrients are categorized into macronutrients (carbohydrates, protein, and fats), which are needed in large amounts for energy, and micronutrients (vitamins and minerals), which are needed in smaller amounts to govern metabolism.
The role of Plant Foods in the evolution and Dispersal of early Humans kernsverlag.com Kerns Verlag Jul 30, 2022 2 facts
claimCarbohydrates spare protein more efficiently than fat under conditions of marginal calorie, protein, or glucose intake, making plant foods a more efficient substitute for fatty animals despite the higher processing requirements (Speth and Spielmann 1983).
claimMilton (1999) asserts that the metabolic cost of converting protein into energy for brain function and physical demands like endurance running exceeds the metabolic cost of converting carbohydrates.
Vernonia amygdalina: a comprehensive review of the ... frontiersin.org Frontiers 2 facts
claimProcessing methods for Vernonia amygdalina, such as overnight soaking, blanching, and abrasion with or without salt, reduce the antioxidant capacity, protein content, and moisture content of the leaves.
claimThe leaves of Vernonia amygdalina contain varying concentrations of protein, moisture, carbohydrates, ash, fat, minerals, oils, and vitamins.
(PDF) Evolutionary Perspectives on Human Diet and Nutrition academia.edu Academia.edu 2 facts
measurementThe protein or amino acid intake in the Paleolithic diet of Homo sapiens was 2.5 times greater (33% of total intake) compared to the modern Western diet consumed by Homo economicus populations (13% of total intake).
claimThe transition to agriculture led to an increased exploitation of plants and cereals, resulting in a notable reduction in protein and an increase in carbohydrates in human diets since the Paleolithic era.
Comparison of Traditional Indigenous Diet and Modern Industrial ... isom.ca Journal of Orthomolecular Medicine Feb 26, 2024 2 facts
measurementThe macronutrient ratio of the traditional Inuit diet was approximately 56% protein, 43% fat, and 1% carbohydrate, indicating that pre-contact Inuit people were in ketosis due to very low carbohydrate intake.
measurementThe absorption threshold of protein in a healthy individual is approximately 0.53 g protein N kg-1 body weight (BW), according to Rudman et al. (1973).
Ethnobotanical and Food Composition Monographs of Selected ... ouci.dntb.gov.ua Javier Tardío, María de Cortes Sánchez-Mata, Ramón Morales, María Molina, Patricia García-Herrera, Patricia Morales, Carmen Díez-Marqués, Virginia Fernández-Ruiz, Montaña Cámara, Manuel Pardo-de-Santayana, María Cruz Matallana-González, Brígida María Ruiz-Rodríguez, Daniel Sánchez-Mata 1 fact
measurementThe seeds of Ziziphus lotus contain significantly higher levels of protein (8.37 to 27.75%), lipid (35.39 to 48.01%), potassium (125.874 to 325.408 mg. 100−1 g), polyphenol (439.465 to 1349.46 mg.GAE.100 g−1), flavonoid (83.908 to 98.259 mg.QE.100 g−1), tannins (55.268 to 277.94 mg.GAE.100 g−1), and chlorophyll b (11.2 to 30.4 μg g−1) compared to the fruit pulp.
History of modern nutrition science—implications for current ... bmj.com BMJ Jun 13, 2018 1 fact
accountThe 1941 National Nutrition Conference on Defence announced the first recommended dietary allowances (RDAs), which provided guidelines for total calories and specific nutrients including protein, calcium, phosphorus, iron, and vitamins.
Diet composition and staple-food dependence as structural ... researchsquare.com Research Square 1 fact
claimAnimal-sourced foods are evolutionarily appropriate and provide high-quality protein and essential micronutrients necessary for growth and cognitive function throughout the life course.
A critical review of industrial fiber hemp anatomy, agronomic ... bioresources.cnr.ncsu.edu BioResources 1 fact
measurementHemp grains, which are edible seeds harvested for human or animal consumption, contain approximately 5.6% minerals (calcium, magnesium, potassium, and phosphorus), 25% protein, 28% total dietary fiber, and more than 30% oil.
Nutritional composition of some wild edible plants consumed in ... cell.com Heliyon 1 fact
measurementNutritional analysis of Wild Edible Plants indicates they contain protein in the range of 4.0–21.7%, fat in the range of 0.7–6.1%, and fiber in the range of 8.9–22.3%.
Evolutionary Eating — What We Can Learn From Our Primitive Past todaysdietitian.com Juliann Schaeffer · Today’s Dietitian Apr 1, 2009 1 fact
claimCordain asserts that late Paleolithic hunter-gatherer diets differed from the modern Western diet by having a lower glycemic load, a net base yielding to the kidney, higher potassium and lower sodium levels, higher fiber levels, more protein, fewer carbohydrates, and higher levels of vitamins, minerals, and phytochemicals.
A Scoping Review of Indicators for Sustainable Healthy Diets frontiersin.org Frontiers Jan 12, 2022 1 fact
referencede Ruiter et al. (2018) conducted a micronutrient assessment of UK diets and land use, moving beyond simple calorie and protein metrics.
Paleo's evolution and the modern story of stone-age eating - Rily rily.co Rily Mar 20, 2024 1 fact
claimLoren Cordain identifies seafood as a significant source of protein and healthy fats for premodern humans.
Analysis of study Global Burden of Disease in 2021 - Frontiers frontiersin.org Frontiers in Nutrition Jan 14, 2025 1 fact
claimNutritional deficiencies include deficits in trace elements and protein.
The Ecology of Photosynthetic Pathways | Learn Science at Scitable nature.com Nature 1 fact
claimThe enzyme ribulose bisphosphate carboxylase/oxygenase (rubisco) is the most common soluble protein in the world and can account for 50% of a leaf's nitrogen content.
Understanding the new Dietary Guidelines for Americans hsph.harvard.edu Harvard T.H. Chan School of Public Health Jan 8, 2026 1 fact
perspectiveDeirdre Tobias states that the 2025-2030 Dietary Guidelines for Americans deviate from scientific recommendations by prioritizing animal sources within the protein food group instead of a plant-forward pattern.
Associations between dietary diversity and self-rated health in a ... link.springer.com Springer Feb 28, 2025 1 fact
measurementIn the remote Senegalese Ferlo region, 24-hour dietary recalls suggest that legumes are consumed by a greater number of people, which complements protein and fiber intake.
Edible flowers: Bioactive profile and its potential to be used ... sciencedirect.com JA Takahashi · ScienceDirect 1 fact
claimMany species of edible flowers are considered more than just a delicacy or garnish because they serve as a source of protein and essential amino acids.
Food Consumption Changes in The Ruler Tribal Community bioresscientia.com B. Premagowri · BioRes Scientia Feb 15, 2025 1 fact
claimThe Ruler tribal community consumes Red gram dhal (Toor Dal), green gram dhal (Moong dal), and whole green gram two to three times per week, serving as a primary protein source.
Phytochemical and Pharmacological Studies of Traditionally Used ... heraldopenaccess.us Journal of Food Science & Nutrition 1 fact
measurementThe nutritive content per 100g fresh weight of Ocimum basilicum Linn. includes 28.84g carbohydrate, 0.64g fat, 3.15g protein, and 92.06g water.
Dietary Guidelines and Quality - Principles of Nutritional Assessment nutritionalassessment.org Arimond M, Deitchler M · nutritionalassessment.org 1 fact
accountHistorically, diet quality was defined by sufficiency in calories, protein, vitamins, and minerals to prevent deficiencies, with fruits, vegetables, and animal-source foods (dairy, meat, fish, and eggs) viewed as protective foods.
How do we know what they ate? - The Australian Museum australian.museum Australian Museum Oct 21, 2020 1 fact
claimThe inclusion of meat in the diet provided human ancestors with increased protein, fat, and energy levels, marking a turning point in human evolution.