Vegans who avoid ultra-processed food risk being protein deficient

Health-conscious vegans may face a trade-off between eating enough protein and avoiding highly processed foods.

The finding comes from a study of people in Brazil who ate a plant-based diet. They were more likely to consume recommended amounts of protein if they consumed more processed foods, such as plant-based sausages and burgers, often made from textured soya protein.

This suggests a potential conflict between two recent eating trends – veganism and concerns about highly…