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Plant Protein Digestibility Adjusted

Plant protein digestibility adjusted scores note lower absorption for some plants—slightly higher gram targets may match animal effective intake.

Plant protein digestibility adjusted scores (PDCAAS and DIAAS) penalize some plant proteins for lower absorption versus eggs or whey—processing and cooking improve usability. Athletes may aim slightly higher total grams from plants to equal effective intake.

Soaking beans and chewing thoroughly help. Do not fear plants; adjust targets.

Common questions

  • Do plants digest poorly?

    Some need cooking and variety—adjusted targets beat abandoning plant protein for marginal absorption fears.

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