×
App Icon
The Standard e-Paper
Fearless, Trusted News
★★★★ - on Play Store
Download App

Which is better? Animal or plant protein?

A significant number of Kenyans eat a lot of meat, especially beef. [File, Standard]

Research indicates that a significant number of Kenyans eat a lot of meat, especially beef, which about 80 per cent of the population prefers. But which of the two proteins is nutritionally superior and is animal protein that bad for you?

According to the British Nutrition Foundation, roteins are made up of building blocks called amino acids.

Get Full Access for Ksh299/Week.
Fact‑first reporting that puts you at the heart of the newsroom. Subscribe for full access.
  • Unlimited access to all premium content
  • Uninterrupted ad-free browsing experience
  • Mobile-optimized reading experience
  • Weekly Newsletters
  • MPesa, Airtel Money and Cards accepted
Already a subscriber? Log in