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          • Greater numbers of people are choosing plant-based meat substitutes for various reasons, including perceived health benefits.
          • While leaner cuts of beef can still have a place in a heart-healthy meal plan, consumers may be more willing to overeat plant-based meat substitutes, but their high sodium and saturated fat content may pose health risks.
          • As an alternative to over-processed vegan foods, clinicians may advise patients to consider leaner cuts of meat and incorporate wholesome vegetarian superfoods, such as nuts, greens, and vegetables, into their diets.
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            Based on a 100-gram comparison, the Impossible Burger has more favorable stats for protein (17.2 g compared with beef’s 16.8 g), fiber (4.4 g to beef’s 0 g), and iron (3.7 mg to beef’s 2 mg) than traditional beef. It’s also lower in calories with fewer grams of total fat (11.5 g vs beef’s 19.9 g) and saturated fat (5.3 g vs beef’s 7.3 g)

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              consumers may be more willing to overeat plant-based meat substitutes, but their high sodium and saturated fat content may pose health risks.

              As an alternative to over-processed vegan foods, clinicians may advise patients to consider leaner cuts of meat

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              However, the Impossible Burger has almost five times the sodium content as a beef patty (327 mg vs beef’s 66 mg). Pair an Impossible Burger with a bun and condiments, and consumers will be on the fast track to a high-sodium meal.

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                Everything you’re quoting is from the link I posted, saying things I’ve already said in other comments. I’m proud of you for reading the information.