Meat Substitutes: Really Good for Your Health?

On the other hand, other more industrial substitutes, such as ultra-processed plant-based steaks, fare less well. To mimic the appearance and taste of meat, manufacturers use textured proteins (soy, peas), but their products are often high in salt, sugars, and additives, with varying nutritional values.

The right reflexes for choosing well

To avoid pitfalls, read labels carefully. This will help you choose products with the fewest artificial additives. Limit ultra-processed steaks with added flavors, colors, and stabilizers, as well as products with more than 1.5g of salt per 100g or containing added sugar.

Ideally, you should make your own meat alternatives. For example, you can make homemade patties made with lentils, chickpeas, mushrooms, oatmeal, or quinoa. Economical, healthy, and delicious, you can customize them by adding herbs, spices, and vegetables for maximum flavor and nutrients.

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