The Protein Problem: How the Source Affects Cardiovascular Risk

Nuts and seeds carry potent benefits that animal proteins cannot match

Nuts and seeds are the optimal sources of protein for a healthy heart and a long life. Vitchakorn Koonyosying/Unsplash

Thanks to popular wisdom, we tend to consider animal protein our muscle-building dietary MVP.

High-animal protein weight loss diets are still a craze while plant protein from vegetables, legumes, nuts, and seeds is considered a “second string” source. But as usual, popular wisdom only gets part of the story right.