Protein Articles - T. Colin Campbell Center 1 https://nutritionstudies.org/t/protein/ Food. Science. Health. Fri, 06 Mar 2026 15:39:28 +0000 en-US hourly 1 https://wordpress.org/?v=6.8.2 The Upper Safe Limit for Protein Consumption (Excerpt) https://nutritionstudies.org/the-upper-safe-limit-for-protein-consumption-excerpt/ Wed, 04 Mar 2026 19:37:48 +0000 https://nutritionstudies.org/?p=56941 This excerpt taken from Dr. Campbell’s The Future of Nutrition (2020) discusses the “upper safe limit” (UL) for dietary protein, set at 35% of total calorie intake by the macronutrients subcommittee of the Food and Nutrition Board (FNB) in 2002. Beyond this passage, Dr. Campbell discusses the industry connections of the FNB board members, including … Continued

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Written by T. Colin Campbell, PhD.

]]> The New Dietary Guidelines: More Triangle Than Pyramid? https://nutritionstudies.org/the-new-dietary-guidelines-more-triangle-than-pyramid/ Mon, 16 Feb 2026 14:56:04 +0000 https://nutritionstudies.org/?p=56836 Most people never read the Dietary Guidelines for Americans, much less closely enough to keep up with all of the minute changes between each edition, which are released jointly every five years by the US Departments of Health and Human Services (HHS) and Agriculture (USDA). I suspect very few people ever change their dietary choices … Continued

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Written by Nelson Huber-Disla.

]]> What Makes Animal Protein High Quality? https://nutritionstudies.org/what-makes-animal-protein-high-quality/ Wed, 04 Dec 2024 19:09:13 +0000 https://nutritionstudies.org/?p=53228 How have different proteins been measured historically, and are these measures useful when assessing the healthfulness of foods today? And, is animal protein high-quality?

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Written by Nelson Huber-Disla.

]]> 3 Misconceptions About Building Muscle on a Plant-Based Diet https://nutritionstudies.org/3-misconceptions-about-building-muscle-on-a-plant-based-diet/ Tue, 24 Oct 2023 11:56:26 +0000 https://nutritionstudies.org/?p=50932 Building your muscles on a plant-based diet is possible, and despite what you might have heard, it does not require extra effort compared to muscle-building on a meat-based diet.

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Written by Kathy Meldrum, MSPT.

]]> Nutrient Profiles of Plant-Based Versus Animal-Based Foods (Video) https://nutritionstudies.org/nutrient-profiles-of-plant-based-versus-animal-based-foods-video/ Thu, 04 May 2023 14:50:15 +0000 https://nutritionstudies.org/?p=47781 There can be significant variation in the nutrient content of a single type of food depending on how and when it is produced, soil conditions, and other factors. The bioavailability, in turn, will depend on many factors, especially the body’s needs at the time of ingestion. That being said, it can be instructive to compare … Continued

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]]> How Common Is Protein Deficiency? https://nutritionstudies.org/how-common-is-protein-deficiency/ Mon, 06 Mar 2023 14:12:18 +0000 https://nutritionstudies.org/?p=46391 We are a people preoccupied with protein. We have been ever since we discovered the nutrient in the mid-19th century. You might have heard that protein comes from the Greek proteios, meaning “of prime importance.”[1] And it is important—we cannot live without it. But judging by the level of attention granted to protein—in the mind … Continued

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Written by Nelson Huber-Disla.

]]> Something to Chew On: How Does Animal Protein Affect Aging? (Video) https://nutritionstudies.org/something-to-chew-on-how-does-animal-protein-affect-aging-video/ Wed, 18 Jan 2023 08:01:26 +0000 https://nutritionstudies.org/?p=45701 What does the science of longevity suggest about our food choices? In the following short video, Michael Hollie, MD, discusses the effect of calorie restriction— specifically restricting calories from animal protein—on the mechanisms of aging. (To learn more about longevity, read Dr. Hollie’s article from 2022.) This evidence raises many questions about the standard American, … Continued

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]]> Are Humans Similar to Cows? Genetics, Digestion, and Implications for Diet https://nutritionstudies.org/are-humans-similar-to-cows-genetics-digestion-and-implications-for-diet/ Sat, 29 Oct 2022 05:40:37 +0000 https://nutritionstudies.org/?p=44761 The debate over the optimal human diet is less about whether we can eat animal-based foods than whether we should. Additionally, comparing ourselves to cows raises the question: are animal dairy products a natural part of the human diet?

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Written by Theresa “Sam” Houghton.

]]> 4 Plant-Based Recipes Bodybuilder Robert Cheeke Swears By https://nutritionstudies.org/4-plant-based-recipes-bodybuilder-robert-cheeke-swears-by/ Sat, 23 Jul 2022 08:11:54 +0000 https://nutritionstudies.org/?p=43745 Robert Cheeke shares some of his favorite plant-based recipes, which also happen to be outstanding meals for supporting an active lifestyle, whether for a recreation fitness enthusiast, or a professional athlete.

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Written by Robert Cheeke.

]]> Protein Isolates: Do They Have a Place in a Whole Food, Plant-Based Diet? https://nutritionstudies.org/protein-isolates-do-they-have-a-place-in-a-whole-food-plant-based-diet/ Wed, 27 Oct 2021 16:59:04 +0000 https://nutritionstudies.org/?p=39448 Science has found a way to turn plants into something impressively meat-like; do these mock meats have a time and place in a whole food, plant-based diet?

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Written by Theresa “Sam” Houghton.

]]> Future Food Trends: What Will Plant-Based Diets Look Like? https://nutritionstudies.org/future-food-trends-what-will-plant-based-diets-look-like/ Thu, 22 Oct 2020 18:48:43 +0000 http://nutritionstudies.org/?p=32873 Most people don’t think about what’s on their dinner plate as a technological revolution, but reading about these future food trends will enlighten you.

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Written by Theresa “Sam” Houghton.

]]> The Harmful Side Effects of Whey Protein https://nutritionstudies.org/the-harmful-side-effects-of-whey-protein/ Thu, 20 Aug 2020 13:50:02 +0000 http://nutritionstudies.org/?p=32279 Those who consume whey protein supplements may not feel the effects now, but given the complications with liver and kidney function, they may fall victim to serious health issues later in life, and not even know it was connected to their whey-consuming, gym-going days.

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Written by Switch4Good.

]]> Experts Agree: Keto and Vegan Keto Diets Should Be Avoided https://nutritionstudies.org/experts-weigh-in-is-a-keto-or-vegan-keto-diet-ever-good-for-you/ Fri, 17 Jan 2020 21:09:02 +0000 http://nutritionstudies.org/?p=30204 You’ve heard the buzz about how you can lose weight on a keto diet, but is it safe? What about a vegan keto diet? Hear about the science from the experts.

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Written by Anna Keeve.

]]> Roundup Ready® Crops, Grasshoppers, and Animal Protein Are Connected! https://nutritionstudies.org/roundup-ready-crops-grasshoppers-and-animal-protein-are-connected/ Wed, 06 Nov 2019 19:26:49 +0000 http://nutritionstudies.org/?p=29136 How did we arrive to this Brave New World, highly mechanized, organized and streamlined to increase efficiency of milk and meat production?

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Written by T. Colin Campbell, PhD.

]]> Can the Ketogenic Diet Cure Cancer? What Does the Science Say? https://nutritionstudies.org/can-the-ketogenic-diet-cure-cancer-what-does-the-science-say/ Tue, 22 Oct 2019 20:19:21 +0000 http://nutritionstudies.org/?p=28764 The ketogenic diet does not offer the benefits that fasting and plant-based diets provide for cancer patients, in terms of reducing the side-effects of medical treatment and enhancing its effectiveness. But does the keto diet help fight cancer?

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Written by Robyn Chuter, ND.

]]> Fake Meats – How Do Beyond and Impossible Burgers Stack Up From a Health Perspective? https://nutritionstudies.org/fake-meats-how-do-beyond-and-impossible-burgers-stack-up-from-a-health-perspective/ Sat, 19 Oct 2019 15:00:57 +0000 http://nutritionstudies.org/?p=28911 How do Beyond and Impossible burgers stack up from a health perspective? If your goal is to stick to a whole food, plant-based diet, you might want to take a closer look before sinking your teeth into these beefless patties.

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Written by Theresa “Sam” Houghton.

]]> Documentary ‘The Game Changers’ Makes Compelling Case for Plant-Based Nutrition for Athletes https://nutritionstudies.org/documentary-the-game-changers-makes-compelling-case-for-plant-based-nutrition-for-athletes/ Wed, 16 Oct 2019 18:24:10 +0000 http://nutritionstudies.org/?p=28907 Athlete or not, Netflix documentary ‘The Game Changers’ is a film that everyone could benefit from watching.

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Written by Anna Keeve.

]]> Soy vs Skim: How the Dairy Industry Twists Results To Market Milk https://nutritionstudies.org/soy-vs-skim-how-the-dairy-industry-twists-results-to-market-milk/ Fri, 13 Sep 2019 16:06:03 +0000 http://nutritionstudies.org/?p=28520 We reviewed two studies which compared the effects of whey protein to soy milk and found that the dairy industry is using short-term conclusions to promote long-term health habits.

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Written by Switch4Good.

]]> Soy Myths vs Facts: Is Soy Healthy or Not? https://nutritionstudies.org/soy-myths-vs-facts-is-soy-healthy-or-not/ Thu, 05 Sep 2019 16:12:22 +0000 http://nutritionstudies.org/?p=28487 Is soy dangerous or beneficial? Many people are still uncertain whether this plant-based protein has benefits or is a threat to long-term health. The confusion has given rise to numerous conflicting reports about how soy affects the body.

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Written by Theresa “Sam” Houghton.

]]> It’s Not Difficult to Be Vegan – Making the Change and Rethinking Protein https://nutritionstudies.org/its-not-difficult-to-be-vegan-making-the-change-and-rethinking-protein/ Fri, 19 Jul 2019 21:04:30 +0000 http://nutritionstudies.org/?p=28157 Go Vegan by Marlene Watson-Tara is vibrant and colorful recipe guide book with key information. This excerpt will inspire people about vegan nutrition.

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Written by Marlene Watson-Tara.

]]> Can the Ketogenic Diet Reverse Type 2 Diabetes? https://nutritionstudies.org/can-the-ketogenic-diet-reverse-type-2-diabetes/ Thu, 20 Jun 2019 19:47:07 +0000 http://nutritionstudies.org/?p=27948 Can the keto diet reverse type 2 diabetes or manage it? What does the research say? How does keto compare to a whole food, plant-based diet? Find out the best diet for diabetes management.

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Written by Robyn Chuter, ND.

]]> The Blood Type Diet: Science or Fiction? https://nutritionstudies.org/the-blood-type-diet-science-or-fiction/ Mon, 03 Jun 2019 15:02:30 +0000 http://nutritionstudies.org/?p=27778 If you have been interested in nutrition for some time, you will likely have come across the blood type diet. The idea behind it is that those with certain blood types gain better health outcomes on specific diets; it was popularized in 1996 by Dr. Peter D’Adamo’s bestselling book, Eat Right 4 Your Type. While … Continued

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Written by Matthew Nagra, ND.

]]> Unpacking the Science of Lectins – Are They Good or Bad? https://nutritionstudies.org/unpacking-the-science-of-lectins-are-they-good-or-bad/ Fri, 17 May 2019 20:32:09 +0000 http://nutritionstudies.org/?p=27549 Discussions in the continuing debate over dietary lectins often lack details regarding what these proteins are and how they work. Taking a closer look at lectins will shed some light on what purpose they serve in the human body.

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Written by Theresa “Sam” Houghton.

]]> What Exactly Is A2 Milk? Everything You Need to Know About A2 Cow’s Milk https://nutritionstudies.org/what-exactly-is-a2-milk-everything-you-need-to-know-about-a2-cows-milk/ Thu, 09 May 2019 13:57:27 +0000 http://nutritionstudies.org/?p=27360 A2 milk is from dairy cows that have been bred to not produce the A1 beta-casein protein. This type of milk exists because producers of A2 milk claim that this A1 protein causes stomach discomfort and bloating. However, this claim is not backed by sound research.

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Written by Switch4Good.

]]> Does the Ketogenic Diet Really Work for Weight Loss? https://nutritionstudies.org/does-the-ketogenic-diet-really-work-for-weight-loss/ Tue, 07 May 2019 16:07:42 +0000 http://nutritionstudies.org/?p=27393 There is a claim that ketogenic diets offer a metabolic advantage over every other type of weight loss diet, including low-carb diets that aren’t ketogenic. Will a keto diet help you lose weight?

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Written by Robyn Chuter, ND.

]]> Plants Have All the Power We Need https://nutritionstudies.org/plants-have-all-the-power-we-need/ Wed, 10 Apr 2019 19:57:22 +0000 http://nutritionstudies.org/?p=27133 Marco Borges, author of The Greenprint, works with many athletes, entertainers, and avid exercisers who have switched to a plant-based diet for all the health and athletic performance benefits it provides.

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Written by Marco Borges.

]]> What Are Lectins? A Look at This Controversial Protein https://nutritionstudies.org/what-are-lectins-a-look-at-this-controversial-protein/ Fri, 22 Mar 2019 12:57:46 +0000 http://nutritionstudies.org/?p=26975 Lectins are all the rage—or are they? Brought to the public’s attention by Dr. Gundry’s book, The Plant Paradox, and subsequently demonized by dieters and promoters of lectin-free health regimens, lectins represent the latest point of contention in the ongoing healthy food debate.

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Written by Theresa “Sam” Houghton.

]]> Can You Have a Healthy Plant-Based Pregnancy? https://nutritionstudies.org/can-you-have-a-healthy-plant-based-pregnancy/ Thu, 17 Jan 2019 21:08:32 +0000 http://nutritionstudies.org/?p=26097 There is a common misconception out there that in order to meet your nutrition requirements for pregnancy, animal products must be included in the diet. Read on to earn more about plant-based pregnancy.

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Written by Emily Wood, RD, CDN.

]]> Is the Ketogenic Diet Natural for Humans? https://nutritionstudies.org/is-the-ketogenic-diet-natural-for-humans/ Thu, 17 Jan 2019 16:49:54 +0000 http://nutritionstudies.org/?p=26072 Ketosis is an adaptive state that allowed our ancestors to survive temporary food shortages. Should we aim to keep ourselves in a permanent state of ketosis? Is it a natural for humans?

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Written by Robyn Chuter, ND.

]]> Plant-Powered Workout: Eating Around Your Exercise Schedule https://nutritionstudies.org/plant-powered-workout-eating-around-your-exercise-schedule/ Wed, 12 Dec 2018 19:52:12 +0000 http://nutritionstudies.org/?p=24669 Eating the right foods before and after workout can greatly affect your performance and fitness goals. Check out these great tips to fuel your body pre-workout and post-workout using optimal plant-based options.

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Written by Alison Ozgur, MAT, MHS, RDN, DipACLM.

]]> What Is the Ketogenic Diet? https://nutritionstudies.org/what-is-the-ketogenic-diet/ Fri, 07 Dec 2018 19:19:19 +0000 http://nutritionstudies.org/?p=24629 The ketogenic diet has become the latest low-carb diet fad. This article answers: what is the keto diet, why was it developed, what are ketone bodies and how do they affect metabolism.

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Written by Robyn Chuter, ND.

]]> Nutrition, Politics, and the Destruction of Scientific Integrity https://nutritionstudies.org/nutrition-politics-and-destruction-of-scientific-integrity/ Tue, 16 Aug 2016 17:33:32 +0000 http://nutritionstudies.org/?p=13076 Discussing and debating the underlying science of food can be as personal, contentious and flagrantly irrational as politics or religion.

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Written by T. Colin Campbell, PhD.

]]> Animal Protein Linked to Death https://nutritionstudies.org/animal-protein-linked-to-death/ Mon, 01 Aug 2016 16:00:32 +0000 http://nutritionstudies.org/?p=12969 Significant findings reported in a JAMA Internal Medicine article Association of Animal and Plant Protein Intake With All-Cause and Cause-Specific Mortality.

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Written by Thomas Campbell, MD.

]]> Selling Fat: The Recipe for a Low-Carb Diet Book https://nutritionstudies.org/selling-fat-recipe-low-carb-diet-book/ Tue, 03 May 2016 16:38:40 +0000 http://nutritionstudies.org/?p=12728 Dr. Tom Campbell explores the most recent wave of popular nutrition information claiming a high-fat diet is the key to weight loss.

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Written by Thomas Campbell, MD.

]]> Autoimmune Disease: Genes, Infection, Environment & Gut https://nutritionstudies.org/autoimmune-disease-genes-infection-environment-gut/ Thu, 24 Mar 2016 18:10:25 +0000 http://nutritionstudies.org/?p=12557 There are dozens of autoimmune diseases including common ones like Psoriasis, Multiple Sclerosis, Rheumatoid Arthritis, Thyroid, Celiac and Graves Disease.

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Written by Thomas Campbell, MD.

]]> Top 10 Plant-Based Research and News Stories of 2015 https://nutritionstudies.org/top-10-plant-based-research-and-news-stories-of-2015/ Tue, 22 Dec 2015 16:57:26 +0000 http://nutritionstudies.org/?p=12283 Although whole food, plant based nutrition is not exactly the “new normal” yet, 2015 showed signs of trending popularity as well as scientific research.

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Written by Thomas Campbell, MD.

]]> How to Build Muscle & Be Your Plant-Based Personal Best https://nutritionstudies.org/how-to-build-muscle-be-your-plant-based-personal-best/ Thu, 17 Dec 2015 15:17:48 +0000 http://nutritionstudies.org/?p=12263 Body building champion and plant-based athlete Robert Cheeke challenges us to get back to the basics of nutrition and discover your best self.

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Written by Robert Cheeke.

]]> Study Looks at Chronic Kidney Disease (CKD) & Diet https://nutritionstudies.org/study-looks-at-chronic-kidney-disease-ckd-diet/ Fri, 11 Dec 2015 18:59:56 +0000 http://nutritionstudies.org/?p=12225 People with chronic kidney disease (CKD) who eat a greater ratio of plant to animal protein live longer, according to a recent study.

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Written by Thomas Campbell, MD.

]]> WHO Report on Cancer & Processed Meat Misses the Point https://nutritionstudies.org/who-report-on-cancer-processed-meat-misses-the-point/ Fri, 13 Nov 2015 14:57:13 +0000 http://nutritionstudies.org/?p=12081 There may be some merit in publicizing the information regarding processed meat, although it completely ignores the evidence about plant-based nutrition and cancer.

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Written by T. Colin Campbell, PhD.

]]> The Ethics & Science of a Pure Vegan Diet https://nutritionstudies.org/questioning-the-ethics-science-of-a-pure-vegan-diet/ Fri, 16 Oct 2015 15:20:29 +0000 http://nutritionstudies.org/?p=11943 Research shows that a pure whole food plant-based diet may be ideal, but perfection may not always be the ultimate goal.

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Written by T. Colin Campbell, PhD.

]]> Cancer: Is It Just Bad Luck or Failed Research? https://nutritionstudies.org/cancer-is-it-just-bad-luck-or-failed-research/ Fri, 17 Jul 2015 15:37:33 +0000 http://nutritionstudies.org/?p=11594 The consequences of the mutation theory of cancer are deadly. Wrongly assuming that cancer is primarily a product of genetic mutations implies that cancer progression, once started, is unstoppable.

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Written by T. Colin Campbell, PhD.

]]> USDA Adds to Your Confusion About What to Eat https://nutritionstudies.org/usda-adds-to-your-confusion-about-what-to-eat/ Fri, 17 Jul 2015 15:19:46 +0000 http://nutritionstudies.org/?p=11588 Dietary Guideline reports are controlled by the USDA, which aids industries that produce disease causing foods.

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Written by T. Colin Campbell, PhD.

]]> Masai and Inuit High-Protein Diets: A Closer Look https://nutritionstudies.org/masai-and-inuit-high-protein-diets-a-closer-look/ Fri, 17 Jul 2015 15:11:21 +0000 http://nutritionstudies.org/?p=11582 Are the Masai and Inuits as healthy as the Paleo enthusiasts make them out to be?

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Written by Thomas Campbell, MD.

]]> Dr. Campbell’s Recommendations for Dietary Guidelines https://nutritionstudies.org/2015-dietary-guidelines-commentary/ Mon, 04 May 2015 20:24:34 +0000 http://nutritionstudies.org/?p=11092 Submitted to the Dietary Guidelines Advisory Committee on April 30, 2015. In 1980, the first report by the Dietary Guidelines (DG) Advisory Committee was authored … Continued

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Written by T. Colin Campbell, PhD.

]]> Doctor Prescribes Plants for Optimal Health https://nutritionstudies.org/doctor-prescribes-plants-for-health-weight-loss/ Sat, 31 Jan 2015 06:41:51 +0000 http://nutritionstudies.org/?p=10443 Up until three and a half years ago, I practiced medicine like most other primary care physicians. My day was filled with refilling prescriptions for high blood pressure, high cholesterol and type 2 diabetes. In fact, I was overweight, had high cholesterol and sleep apnea. Then I saw “Forks Over Knives” and “the rest is … Continued

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Written by Dr. James F. Loomis, MD, MBA.

]]> Controversial Dairy Protein Questions – Dr. T. Colin Campbell https://nutritionstudies.org/provocations-controversial-dairy-protein-questions/ Thu, 18 Dec 2014 14:34:37 +0000 http://nutritionstudies.org/?p=16984/ The post Controversial Dairy Protein Questions – Dr. T. Colin Campbell appeared first on Center for Nutrition Studies.

Written by T. Colin Campbell, PhD.

]]> Dairy Protein Causes Cancer – Dr. T. Colin Campbell https://nutritionstudies.org/provocations-dairy-protein-causes-cancer/ Wed, 10 Dec 2014 20:45:36 +0000 http://nutritionstudies.org/?p=10167 Some chemicals in our environment qualify as carcinogens. That is, they cause cancer, based on testing them in experimental animal studies according to criteria set forth by our government.

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Written by T. Colin Campbell, PhD.

]]> Casein is a Carcinogen – Dr. T. Colin Campbell https://nutritionstudies.org/provocations-casein-carcinogen-really/ Thu, 04 Dec 2014 21:43:17 +0000 http://nutritionstudies.org/?p=10153 I have long been interested in the association of food with human health, ever since I entered my graduate studies program at Cornell University in August of 1956.

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Written by T. Colin Campbell, PhD.

]]> Disease Factors of Animal Proteins & Saturated Fats https://nutritionstudies.org/disease-factors-of-animal-proteins-saturated-fats/ Fri, 14 Nov 2014 14:58:42 +0000 http://nutritionstudies.org/?p=10081 The following video answers a student's question from our October 2014 Campbell’s Office Hours Webinar that was provided for current and past students.

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Written by T. Colin Campbell, PhD and Thomas Campbell, MD.

]]> No Whey, Man. I’ll Pass on the Protein Powder https://nutritionstudies.org/no-whey-man-ill-pass-on-protein-powder/ Fri, 07 Nov 2014 15:54:54 +0000 http://nutritionstudies.org/?p=10070 For the past fifteen years, I have been closely involved with the bodybuilding industry. I have an intimate understanding of how the industry operates. In a nutshell, it is sustained by the supplement companies that sponsor the athletes who represent them. This in turn inspires fans who admire the athletes to purchase the products they represent, thus creating a cycle that drives record sales and profits, all the while potentially harming the health of many involved in the industry later on down the line.

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Written by Robert Cheeke.

]]> 12 Frightening Facts about Milk https://nutritionstudies.org/12-frightening-facts-milk/ Fri, 31 Oct 2014 21:01:37 +0000 http://nutritionstudies.org/?p=10000 A large observational cohort study[1] in Sweden found that women consuming more than 3 glasses of milk a day had almost twice the mortality over 20 years compared to those women consuming less than one glass a day.

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Written by Thomas Campbell, MD.

]]> A Fallacious, Faulty and Foolish Discussion About Saturated Fat https://nutritionstudies.org/fallacious-faulty-foolish-discussion-about-saturated-fat/ Fri, 18 Apr 2014 21:26:19 +0000 http://nutritionstudies.org/?p=8757 The New York Times has done it again, reporting on a summary of studies on the associations of various dietary and clinical risk factors with heart disease in a way that creates, in my opinion, more confusion than clarity.

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Written by T. Colin Campbell, PhD.

]]> The Mystique of Protein and Its Implications https://nutritionstudies.org/mystique-of-protein-implications/ Sun, 19 Jan 2014 17:27:21 +0000 http://nutritionstudies.org/?p=7954 There are three macronutrients in food: carbohydrates, fat and protein, ‘macro’ in the sense that they comprise almost all of the weight and calories of food. Vitamins and minerals are the micronutrients.

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Written by T. Colin Campbell, PhD.

]]> Obesity Debate – Something New https://nutritionstudies.org/obesity-debate-something-new/ Tue, 14 Jan 2014 20:58:26 +0000 http://nutritionstudies.org/?p=7750 It seems that no other public health problem gets more attention than the topic of obesity.

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Written by T. Colin Campbell, PhD.

]]> More Plants on the Plate https://nutritionstudies.org/plants-plate/ Tue, 14 Jan 2014 15:23:44 +0000 http://nutritionstudies.org/?p=7744 Crispy, crunchy, colorful, and curiously delicious — all are words that describe a wide variety of vegetable, fruit, and whole-grain dishes.

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Written by Donna Krug.

]]> Plant-Based Diet, Protein and Weight Loss https://nutritionstudies.org/plant-based-diet-protein-weightloss/ Wed, 27 Nov 2013 19:29:34 +0000 http://nutritionstudies.org/?p=6804 Here’s an interesting bit of research, yet again, that finds that plant-based diets, without counting calories, leads to greater weight loss.

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Written by Thomas Campbell, MD.

]]> Animal vs. Plant Protein https://nutritionstudies.org/animal-vs-plant-protein/ Tue, 29 Oct 2013 18:08:51 +0000 http://nutritionstudies.org/?p=4751 Some writers claim that protein is protein, be it animal or plant, except for the way that animals are treated. How do you respond to this?

We have information that the primary difference between animal and plant proteins is their amino acid profiles and it is those profiles that direct the rates at which the absorbed amino acids are put to use within the body.

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Written by T. Colin Campbell, PhD.

]]> Do I really have to give up ice cream? https://nutritionstudies.org/question-from-a-fan/ Sun, 27 Oct 2013 16:14:36 +0000 http://nutritionstudies.org/?p=4172 I'm trying to cut down dairy, but do I really have to give up ice cream?

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Written by Thomas Campbell, MD.

]]> The Protein Juggernaut Has Deep Roots https://nutritionstudies.org/protein-juggernaut-deep-roots/ Tue, 01 Oct 2013 13:20:23 +0000 http://nutritionstudies.org/?p=7337 The problems we face in our healthcare system are widely known and they are serious.

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Written by T. Colin Campbell, PhD.

]]> The Paleo Diet: What’s the Story? https://nutritionstudies.org/paleo-diet-whats-story/ Tue, 01 Oct 2013 13:12:26 +0000 http://nutritionstudies.org/?p=7351 The Paleo Diet is championed by Dr. Loren Cordain, professor of health and exercise science at Colorado State University

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Written by Micaela Karlsen, PhD, MSPH.

]]> Kidney Disease and Its Connection with Nutrition https://nutritionstudies.org/the-kidney/ Sun, 01 Sep 2013 04:00:53 +0000 http://nutritionstudies.org/?p=7379 More than one in ten Americans currently have chronic kidney disease, and the number is increasing.

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Written by Thomas Campbell, MD.

]]> How Does Animal Protein Stress the Kidneys? https://nutritionstudies.org/animal-protein-stress-kidneys/ Mon, 29 Oct 2012 18:11:03 +0000 http://nutritionstudies.org/?p=4872 Answer to a Reader's Question:

Animal protein-based foods show a strong relationship to the formation of kidney stones. Here is a quote from the leading research investigator in the world on this topic:

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]]> Animal Protein as a Carcinogen https://nutritionstudies.org/animal-protein-carcinogen/ Mon, 29 Oct 2012 18:09:52 +0000 http://nutritionstudies.org/?p=4842 Answer to a Reader's Question:

Although there are many arguments favoring the nutritional imbalance explanation of cancer, one of the more striking for me was the experimental animal studies discussed in Chapter 3 in my book, The China Study.

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]]> The Alkaline Advantage How pH Promotes Optimal Health and Performance https://nutritionstudies.org/alkaline-advantage-ph-promotes-optimal-health-performance/ Mon, 22 Oct 2012 19:15:02 +0000 http://nutritionstudies.org/?p=4818 It amazes me how little attention the value of balanced pH has garnered from the mainstream medical world. Positive acid/alkaline balance is one of the most important factors in athletic performance.

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Written by Brendan Brazier.

]]> Whole Foods for Optimum Health https://nutritionstudies.org/whole-foods-optimum-health/ Mon, 22 Oct 2012 19:13:59 +0000 http://nutritionstudies.org/?p=4820 As a professional endurance athlete I have had to learn to deal with high levels of stress.

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Written by Brendan Brazier.

]]> Research on Animal Protein and Reproductive Cancers https://nutritionstudies.org/research-indicate-animal-protein-reproductive-cancers/ Mon, 15 Oct 2012 22:26:38 +0000 http://nutritionstudies.org/?p=4892 Answer to a Reader's Question:

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Written by T. Colin Campbell, PhD.

]]> Where Do You Get Your Protein? https://nutritionstudies.org/get-protein-where/ Tue, 21 Dec 2010 00:05:46 +0000 http://nutritionstudies.org/?p=4800 Everything you need to know to answer this frequently asked question.

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Written by Alan Goldhamer, D.C..

]]> Putting the Soy Anxiety to Rest https://nutritionstudies.org/crucial-soy-link/ Mon, 20 Dec 2010 23:54:19 +0000 http://nutritionstudies.org/?p=4730 In view of the recent news on the health benefits of soy protein, what do we find in our China Project? Since China is one of the leading producers and consumers of soy products in the world, their use of this food may be of special interest.

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Written by T. Colin Campbell, PhD.

]]> Soy…The Rest of the Story https://nutritionstudies.org/soy-rest-story/ Sun, 12 Dec 2010 23:52:13 +0000 http://nutritionstudies.org/?p=4728 How interesting it is to see the recent flurry of soy stories hit the press. Products such as tempeh, tofu, and soy burgers vie daily for headlines with reports of seemingly miraculous benefits all credited to the simple and versatile soybean.

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Written by T. Colin Campbell, PhD.

]]> Muscling Out the Meat Myth https://nutritionstudies.org/muscling-meat-myth/ Sun, 12 Dec 2010 19:08:51 +0000 http://nutritionstudies.org/?p=4776 It's my guess that there's hardly another myth in nutrition so insidious yet so intractable as that which encourages us to believe that consuming lots of high-quality protein - basically the stuff of animal-based foods -

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Written by T. Colin Campbell, PhD.

]]> All About Protein https://nutritionstudies.org/protein/ Sun, 12 Dec 2010 19:08:50 +0000 http://nutritionstudies.org/?p=4780 Many people are rightfully confused about the various ways that protein recommendations are established, and fail to know the main factors that have caused the confusion.

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Written by T. Colin Campbell, PhD.

]]> The ‘Fat Gene’ Dream Machine https://nutritionstudies.org/fat-gene-dream-machine/ Fri, 10 Sep 2010 18:09:23 +0000 http://nutritionstudies.org/?p=4747 I'm talking about the story surrounding the so-called obesity gene and claims that science may soon be able to transform your body into that lean…

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Written by T. Colin Campbell, PhD.

]]> No Body Needs Milk https://nutritionstudies.org/no-body-needs-milk/ Thu, 20 May 2010 18:51:28 +0000 http://nutritionstudies.org/?p=4778 Thanks to countless millions of dollars in advertising, almost everybody thinks they need milk. Over the past several decades, cow's milk and its byproducts have come to be seen as an essential part of the diet of most Americans.

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Written by Alan Goldhamer, D.C..

]]> Dairy Consumption Leads to Serious Health Outcomes, Not Weight Loss https://nutritionstudies.org/dairy-consumption-weight-loss-claims/ Thu, 06 May 2010 18:09:23 +0000 http://nutritionstudies.org/?p=4742 There are few if any health topics that are more contentious and personally sensitive than the question of the health benefits and risks of cow's milk and its products.

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Written by T. Colin Campbell, PhD.

]]> Jon Hinds, Owner and Founder of the Monkey Bar Gym https://nutritionstudies.org/jon-hinds-owner-founder-monkey-bar-gym/ Thu, 18 Mar 2010 17:41:43 +0000 http://nutritionstudies.org/?p=14324 Jon Hinds speaks about his transition from the typical athlete’s diet of protein shakes to a totally plant-based diet, and his recent success in breaking his own lifetime records after stopping all protein powder supplementation.

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]]> Imaginary Science: Commentary on ‘The New Atkins for a New You’ https://nutritionstudies.org/imaginary-science-commentary-new-atkins-new/ Mon, 01 Mar 2010 19:08:51 +0000 http://nutritionstudies.org/?p=4774 Although the authors of this book certainly promote a message that they believe is scientifically valid and useful and although a very large number of people agree with them, I take exception, for several reasons.

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Written by T. Colin Campbell, PhD.

]]> Is There a Safe Level of Casein Consumption? https://nutritionstudies.org/casein-consumption/ Sun, 07 Feb 2010 19:08:50 +0000 http://nutritionstudies.org/?p=4759 Question: I have been a eating "mostly-vegan" diet for several years now. I do not consume milk, cheese, meat, or whole eggs. I am not strict vegan because occasionally I eat egg whites, fat-free yogurt, or soy based "meat products"…

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Written by T. Colin Campbell, PhD.

]]> Fat and Plant-Based Diets https://nutritionstudies.org/fat-plant-based-diets/ Wed, 16 Dec 2009 00:08:25 +0000 http://nutritionstudies.org/?p=4718 I don't argue for a 10% fat diet as the main starting point. Rather, I begin with the view that a plant-based diet is optimal and it just so happens that this diet, when done right

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]]> A Health Disaster in the Making https://nutritionstudies.org/health-disaster-making/ Thu, 13 Jan 2005 19:08:50 +0000 http://nutritionstudies.org/?p=4749 In 2002, the Food and Nutrition Board (FNB) of the National Academy of Sciences (NAS) released their most recent recommended nutrient intakes.

Since 1943, the FNB has been telling us how much of each nutrient to consume,…

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]]> Learn How to Live without Arthritis and Joint Pain https://nutritionstudies.org/arthritis-joint-pain/ Sat, 01 Nov 1997 06:41:47 +0000 http://nutritionstudies.org/?p=4822 Learn how to live without this debilitating disease! People in non-western cultures who eat diets low in animal fat and protein have much lower incidences of all types of arthritis!

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Written by Alan Goldhamer, D.C..

]]> China Report: Osteoporosis https://nutritionstudies.org/china-report-osteoporosis/ Wed, 29 Oct 1997 19:11:03 +0000 http://nutritionstudies.org/?p=4856 Do we need more calcium in order to avoid osteoporosis, the progressive thinning of bones in the elderly? In the West we are certainly told so. The dairy industry vigorously promotes the suggestion that without its products we face an unpleasant and probably shrunken future.

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Written by T. Colin Campbell, PhD.

]]> Why Parents Should Keep Children Meat and Dairy Free https://nutritionstudies.org/why-parents-should-keep-children-meat-and-dairy-free/ Sat, 02 Aug 1997 13:56:32 +0000 http://nutritionstudies.org/?p=12258 This personal account by Dr. Spock outlines how he realized that parents should steer children away from meat and dairy during early childhood.

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Written by Benjamin Spock, MD.

]]> Chemical Carcinogens: How Safe Are You? https://nutritionstudies.org/chemical-carcinogens-safe/ Fri, 01 Dec 1995 23:59:32 +0000 http://nutritionstudies.org/?p=4850 I would like to turn your attention toward a nagging question about foods, namely carcinogens in foods. We hear so much about them but what, really, are they? Mainly we've heard that carcinogens cause cancer and anticarcinogens prevent cancer.

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Written by T. Colin Campbell, PhD.

]]> The Protein Puzzle: Picking up the Pieces https://nutritionstudies.org/protein-puzzle-picking-pieces/ Tue, 01 Aug 1995 23:04:49 +0000 http://nutritionstudies.org/?p=4788 There's a common myth among both scientists and non-scientists that people of underdeveloped countries are small simply because they don't eat enough meat. If they ate more meat, they would be big and strong like us. But this is not what we found from our China Project research.

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Written by T. Colin Campbell, PhD.

]]> Why China Holds the Key to Your Health https://nutritionstudies.org/china-holds-key-health/ Sat, 01 Jul 1995 18:08:50 +0000 http://nutritionstudies.org/?p=4802 I have been a researcher, lecturer, and policy advisor in the field of diet and cancer for nearly 45 years. Since 1963, primarily from an academic position, I have seen the many faces of establishment science and have been both rewarded and distressed …

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Written by T. Colin Campbell, PhD.

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