Hi Jeff,
Just read an article by T. Colin Campbell...….. "For over a century, compelling evidence (in rabbit experiments) showed very specifically that animal-based protein, was MORE effective than dietary cholesterol in raising blood cholesterol and causing ‘heart disease.’ Later, evidence, both in animal and human studies showed that this protein effect on blood cholesterol and early atherogenesis (cardiovascular disease) referred to animal-based protein, not plant-based protein. In short, animal-based protein is more hazardous than lipids (cholesterol and fatty acids)
I know eating animal foods result in formation of TMAO and increased IGF-1. I know we need the fiber, phytonutrients, antioxidants etc. from plants. I know some amino acids like methionine are too high in animal protein.
My questions: "What exactly is the difference is the animal and plant amino acids other than percentage? Is the actual leucine or cystine molecule different in animal protein than plant protein?"
Thanks! JoAnn