1. Alternate Protein Products
Katie Orsino

2. Overview Daily Recommended Intake for Protein Components of Meat
What is Tofu?
Traditional Beef Lasagna vs Tofu Lasagna
Nutrient Analysis
Rationale and Recommendations
What was Learned and What to Recommend to Patients
References

3. Dietary Reference Intakes (DRIs): Recommended Dietary Allowances and Adequate Intakes
Protein (g/d)
Females
9–13 years- 34
14–18 years- 46
19–30 years- 46
31–50 years- 46
51–70 years- 46
> 70 years- 46
Pregnancy
14–18 years- 71
19–30 years- 71
31–50 years- 71
Lactation
Infants
0 to 6 months- 9.1*
6 to 12 months- 11.0
Children
1–3 years- 13
4–8 years- 19
Males
9–13 years- 34
14–18 years- 52
19–30 years- 56
31–50 years- 56
51–70 years- 56
> 70 years- 56

4. Components and Nutrient composition Of meat
Muscle fiber made up of two types of protein:
ACTIN
MYOSIN
Connective tissue
Collagen
Elastin
Reticulin
Fat (adipose tissue)
Varies by cut and grade
Loin or round cut from beef are leaner
Loin or leg cut from veal or lamb are leaner

5. What is tofu?
Bean curd
Made by coagulating soy milk and then pressing the resulting curds into soft white blocks
Component in East Asian and Southeast Asian cuisines
Low in calories, low in fat, low in cholesterol and sodium
Contains fiber
PROTEIN
Weight (g)
Calories (kcal)
Protein (g)
Fat (g)
Saturated Fat (g)
Cholesterol (mg)
Total CHO (g)
Sugar (g)
Fiber (g)
Sodium (mg)
Ground Beef
100
1225
116 81 33
399
435
Tofu
277 35 17 3 7 2 4 48

6. Traditional Meat Lasagna VS. Tofu Lasagna
Lasagna Noodles
Onion, Garlic, Olive Oil, Parsley, Salt & Pepper
Mushrooms
Spinach
Ricotta Cheese, Parmesan Cheese, Mozzarella Cheese
Meat Sauce
Ground Beef
Tofu Lasagna
Lasagna Noodles
Onion, Garlic, Olive Oil, Parsley, Salt & Pepper
Mushrooms
Spinach
Ricotta Cheese, Parmesan Cheese, Mozzarella Cheese
Vegetable Red Sauce
Tofu

7. Compared nutrient analysis (100g)
Recipe
Weight (g)
Calories (kcal)
Protein (g)
Fat (g)
Saturated Fat (g)
Cholesterol (mg)
Total CHO (g)
Sugar (g)
Fiber (g)
Sodium (mg)
Traditional Lasagna
100
119 10 7 3 25 5 2 1
314
Tofu Lasagna 91 11 6
283
Calories: -28kcal Saturated Fat: -1g Sugar: +1g
Protein: -3g Cholesterol: -14mg Fiber: SAME
Fat: -2g Total CHO: +1g Sodium: -31mg

8. Rationale and recommendations
High saturated fat in some cuts can raise blood cholesterol
High cholesterol increases risk of heart disease
The AHA recommends, if you choose red meat, compare labels and choose leaner cuts!
MyPlate.gov recommends:
Eating seafood twice a week
Choose beans, peas or soy products as a main meal
Choose unsalted nuts as a snack
Use nuts to replace not add to meal

9. What was learned about meat alternatives
Tofu takes on the taste of whatever you cook it with
Meat free options are easy!
Be creative with your recipes
Go online to search for other options
Many different meatless products are made up of soy or tofu
Vitamins Tofu provides:
Iron
Calcium
Manganese
Magnesium
Phosphorus
Selenium

10. What was learned about red meat
How to pick the leanest cuts
Not to be afraid of red meats
Preparing meat the healthy way
Vitamins meat provides:
Iron
Choline
Protein
Selenium
B66 and B12
Zinc
Phosphorus
Niacin
Riboflavin

11. References
AHA. (2015, August 1). The American Heart Association's Diet and Lifestyle Recommendations. Retrieved October 3, 2015, from Heart-Associations-Diet-and-Lifestyle-Recommendations_UCM_305855_Article.jsp
Axxya Systems Nutritionist Pro (2015). Nutritionist Pro. Redmond, WA
Cifelli, Amy. Redson, Betty Anne. (2015). Lean Matters, Chronicling Beef’s Change from Gate to Plate. [Brochure]. Centennial, CO: Science and Product Solutions.
Cifelli, Amy. Redson, Betty Anne. (2015). Big Nutrition in a Small Package. [Brochure]. Centennial, CO: Science and Product Solutions.
Cifelli, Amy. Redson, Betty Anne. (2015). Confident Cooking with Beef. [Brochure]. Centennial, CO: Science and Product Solutions.
Dietary Reference Intakes for Energy, Carbohydrates, Fiber, Fat, Fatty Acids, Cholesterol, Protein, and Amino Acids (2002/2005) and Dietary Reference Intakes for Water, Potassium, Sodium, Chloride, and Sulfate (2005). The report may be accessed via   
Tips to Help You Make Wise Choices From The Protein Foods Group. (2015, February 23). Retrieved October 3, 2015, from
Tofu Spinach Lasagna. (2008). Retrieved October 3, 2015, from