Plant-based protein: Sources and benefits of non-animal protein

Eggs are displayed for sale at a farmers market in Falls Church, Va., Saturday, March 11, 2017. Diet trends emphasize the importance of protein consumption. Fad diets such as the caveman diet, the carnivore diet and the paleo diet prioritize protein intake — specifically meat consumption. Protein is essential to health, but research shows a focus on plant protein is associated with longevity and a decreased risk of chronic illness such as diabetes and hypertension. “Those who consumed greater amounts of animal protein tended to have more chronic disease and...