The article titled "Nutritional Implications of Substituting Plant-Based Proteins for Meat: Evidence from Home Scan Data" by Wisdom Dogbe, Yihan Wang, and Cesar Revoredo-Giha investigates how price changes in animal protein sources affect the demand for plant-based proteins and the nutritional consequences of this substitution. The study utilizes home scan data from Scotland to assess price and expenditure elasticities for various animal and plant protein products. The findings suggest that increasing the price of animal protein leads to a shift in demand toward plant-based proteins, which results in a reduction in cholesterol and fat intake but also a decrease in overall protein, carbohydrates, and healthy fats. The study highlights the need for balanced approaches to dietary shifts to avoid nutrient deficits.
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