bioavailability

Nutrition

Not All Protein Is Created Equal: What Your Body Actually Absorbs

Not all protein is absorbed equally by your body. A controlled trial found that animal-based protein foods deliver significantly more usable amino acids per serving than plant-based foods, even when portions are labeled as 'equivalent' by dietary guidelines. But the full story is more nuanced than that.

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Body Chemistry

Not All Supplements Are Created Equal: Bioavailability

Not all nutrient forms are absorbed equally. A 2025 review of vitamin C supplements found that alternative forms like calcium ascorbate and liposomal vitamin C can deliver more of the vitamin to immune cells than standard ascorbic acid. Meanwhile, research on plant polyphenols shows that gut bacteria and dietary fiber play a crucial role in unlocking their health benefits.

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