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Since the classification of processed meat as carcinogenic by the International Agency for Research on Cancer (IARC) in 2015, an increase in consumption of plant-based meat alternatives (PBMAs) has been observed worldwide. This occurs in a context characterized by concern for health, animal welfare, and sustainability; however, evidence of their nutritional quality is still limited. Therefore, our objective was to evaluate the nutritional profile and processing degree of PBMAs available in Spain. In 2020, products from seven Spanish supermarkets were analyzed for their nutritional content and ingredients. Of the 148 products, the majority were low in sugars but moderate in carbohydrates, total and saturated fat, and high in salt. The main vegetable protein sources were soy (91/148) and wheat gluten (42/148). Comparatively, 43/148 contained animal protein, the most common being egg. Overall, PBMAs had a long list of ingredients and additives, and they were classified as ultra-processed foods (UPFs) according to the NOVA system. This study shows that the PBMAs available in Spanish supermarkets have a variable nutritional composition within and between categories. Further research is needed to determine if replacing meat with these UPFs could be a good alternative towards healthier and more sustainable dietary patterns.
Supermercats -- Espanya, Meat, Glutens, plant-based meat alternatives; protein alternatives; meat analogues; nutritional quality; sustainability, Carn -- Substituts -- Avaluació, 613, Productes vegetals, Article, 631, Nutrition Assessment, Avaluació de l'estat nutricional, Animals, Food Markets, Nutritional status measurement, Nutritive Value, Plant products
Supermercats -- Espanya, Meat, Glutens, plant-based meat alternatives; protein alternatives; meat analogues; nutritional quality; sustainability, Carn -- Substituts -- Avaluació, 613, Productes vegetals, Article, 631, Nutrition Assessment, Avaluació de l'estat nutricional, Animals, Food Markets, Nutritional status measurement, Nutritive Value, Plant products
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