The rise of processed meat alternatives: A narrative review of the manufacturing, composition, nutritional profile and health effects of newer sources of protein, and …

A Gastaldello, F Giampieri, R De Giuseppe… - Trends in Food Science …, 2022 - Elsevier
Background The drive to reduce the negative impact of the global food system on the
environment and human health, and to feed a growing global population, has led to the …

A review on mycoprotein: History, nutritional composition, production methods, and health benefits

MI Ahmad, S Farooq, Y Alhamoud, C Li… - Trends in Food Science & …, 2022 - Elsevier
Background Worldwide, the demand for healthier protein is rapidly increasing due to the
population growth and health concerns associated with the consumption of red meat. Animal …

The nutritional impact of replacing dietary meat with meat alternatives in the UK: a modelling analysis using nationally representative data

DN Farsi, D Uthumange, JM Munoz… - British Journal of …, 2022 - cambridge.org
Dietary patterns high in meat compromise both planetary and human health. Meat
alternatives may help to facilitate meat reduction; however, the nutritional implications of …

Mycoprotein as a meat substitute: production, functional properties, and current challenges-a review

R Khan, FH Brishti, B Arulrajah, YM Goh… - … Journal of Food …, 2024 - academic.oup.com
Meat has historically been an essential source of animal-based protein. However, due to
population growth, health problems linked to the consumption of red meat, and concerns …

Filamentous fungi for sustainable vegan food production systems within a circular economy: Present status and future prospects

MK Awasthi, V Kumar, C Hellwig, R Wikandari… - Food Research …, 2023 - Elsevier
Filamentous fungi serve as potential candidates in the production of different value-added
products. In the context of food, there are several advantages of using filamentous fungi for …

Mycoprotein as a possible alternative source of dietary protein to support muscle and metabolic health

MOC Coelho, AJ Monteyne, MV Dunlop… - Nutrition …, 2020 - academic.oup.com
The world's population is expanding, leading to an increased global requirement for dietary
protein to support health and adaptation in various populations. Though a strong evidence …

Conversion of lignocellulosic biomass waste into mycoprotein: current status and future directions for sustainable protein production

ZY Ng, PE Kee, R Abdullah, JCW Lan, TC Ling… - Biomass Conversion …, 2024 - Springer
Mycoprotein is a nutritious food product derived from fungi that boasts a high protein content,
low fat, and substantial fiber, mimicking the texture of meat. It contains essential amino acids …

Daily mycoprotein consumption for 1 week does not affect insulin sensitivity or glycaemic control but modulates the plasma lipidome in healthy adults: a randomised …

MOC Coelho, AJ Monteyne, ML Dirks… - British Journal of …, 2021 - cambridge.org
Mycoprotein consumption has been shown to improve acute postprandial glycaemic control
and decrease circulating cholesterol concentrations. We investigated the impact of …

Substituting meat for mycoprotein reduces genotoxicity and increases the abundance of beneficial microbes in the gut: Mycomeat, a randomised crossover control trial

DN Farsi, JL Gallegos, G Koutsidis, A Nelson… - European Journal of …, 2023 - Springer
Purpose The high-meat, low-fibre Western diet is strongly associated with colorectal cancer
risk. Mycoprotein, produced from Fusarium venanatum, has been sold as a high-fibre …

Mycelium: A nutrient-dense food to help address world hunger, promote health, and support a regenerative food system

RR Holt, JP Munafo Jr, J Salmen, CL Keen… - Journal of Agricultural …, 2023 - ACS Publications
There is a need for transformational innovation within the existing food system to achieve
United Nations Sustainable Development Goal 2 of ending hunger within a sustainable …