The whole point of meat substitutes is to substitute meat with something made from plants.

But the amount of protein varies by product.

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The whole point of a meat substitute is tosubstitute meatwith something made from plants.

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New York-based registered dietitian

Researchers found that most are highly processed, and many arent as nutrient-rich as you might expect.

This is the percent daily value, saysMelissa Rifkin, RD.

Many meat substitute products have lengthy ingredient lists, says Rifkin.

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However, many meat substitutes contain preservatives (includingsodium) and chemicals used for food dye, too.

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