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You probably don't need foods with added protein, nutritionists say (apnews.com)

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The human body needs protein. Proteins carry out countless functions inside cells and they are vital for the growth, repair and maintenance of muscles, bones and skin. And with food companies rolling out high-protein versions of a huge range of foods, including milkshakes and granola bars — and even pancakes and popcorn — you might be tempted to think you need to add more to your diet.

But nutritionists say that if you are getting enough food, you are probably getting enough protein.

“Adding protein to foods is very beneficial — for the profits of that food,” said Federica Amati, nutrition lead at Imperial College London and head nutritionist at the health science company ZOE. “It is not based on health, it is not backed by science.”

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[–] jet@hackertalks.com 5 points 3 days ago* (last edited 3 days ago)

This article doesn't cite any real literature or studies. It cites a "expert opinion" a "nutritionist" as its only source.

It doesn't even speak to DIAAS scores, or where the RDA g/kg intake comes from. It doesn't speak of how to measure protein deficiencies and the signs of it (sarcopenia for example).

It conflates being full with getting enough bioavailable protein. It doesn't even talk about crude protein vs essential amino acids.

Protein on food labels is measured by nitrogen content (crude protein). Humans can only use protein that has all the essential amino acids. Nitrogen is not a amino acid, so added protein is almost certainly not bioavailable protein, and unusable. Your daily protein requirements should be satisfied with a complete protein source like animal foods (or a high DIAAS scoring plant )