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What Type of Heat Improves the Digestibility of Protein?

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5 min read
According to a 2013 study in PLOS ONE, cooking meat to a moderate temperature like 75°C (167°F) can result in faster protein digestion rates compared to both lower and higher temperatures. This illustrates that moderate heat, particularly moist heat, improves the digestibility of protein by unraveling its structure without degrading key amino acids.

What is the healthiest way to cook meat? An In-depth Guide

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4 min read
According to the National Cancer Institute, high-temperature cooking of muscle meats can form potentially cancer-causing chemicals like heterocyclic amines (HCAs) and polycyclic aromatic hydrocarbons (PAHs), directly linking cooking method to health risk. So, what is the healthiest way to cook meat to minimize these risks while maximizing nutrition and flavor?