December 2019 PMID 31835510

A Comparison of Dietary Protein Digestibility, Based on DIAAS Scoring, in Vegetarian and Non-Vegetarian Athletes.

Corinne Ciuris, Heidi M Lynch, Christopher Wharton, Carol S Johnston

Mentions

68
Peak: 30 in Dec 2023
across 5 sources since Dec 2019

Extended reach

559,988
potential audience

Total likes

138

Video views

486

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Dec 2019 – Oct 2025

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AI synopsis

What people are saying

The analysis reflects a generally positive sentiment towards the article’s findings, with some posts citing specific data such as the 10-20 grams additional protein needed for vegetarians, and references to the study’s impact on muscle mass and strength. The tone balances scientific references with practical implications, showing interest and acknowledgment of the study’s relevance for athletic performance and dietary planning.

AgreementModerate agreement

Most discussions acknowledge that omnivorous diets offer higher digestibility and protein availability, with some emphasizing the need for vegetarians to adjust their intake accordingly.

InterestModerate interest

Participants demonstrate moderate interest, engaging with details about protein absorption, dietary implications, and physical performance implications.

EngagementModerate engagement

Posts reference specific studies, mention protein recommendations, and include scientific sources, indicating a genuine but not deeply interactive engagement.

ImpactModerate impact

The discussions highlight important nutritional considerations for athletes, suggesting this publication could influence dietary choices and sports nutrition guidelines.

Abstract in brief

  • The study compares protein quality between vegetarian and omnivorous endurance athletes using the DIAAS method, which measures the true digestibility of amino acids in food.
  • Results showed that omnivores had higher DIAAS scores and available protein intake, which was linked to greater lean body mass and strength.
  • To meet recommended protein levels, vegetarian athletes would need to consume about 10-22 grams more protein daily, depending on their target intake range.

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Daniel Berglind, PhD
@DanielBerglind · X

Vegetarians

Dec 29, 2023 · 86 likes · 35 shares · 8,074 followers View post →
Daniel Rowland
@dwrowland · X

Considerations for vegetarian athletes: "Based upon available protein...vegetarian athletes in this study would need to consume, on average, an additional 10 g protein daily to reach the recommended intake for protein (1.2 g/kg/d)" https://t.co/u7AVFMAhhF

Jun 13, 2024 · 11 likes · 4 shares · 6,523 followers View post →
Fusion Prog Guy @ fusionprogguy.bsky.social
@FusionProgGuy · X

@kevinnbass According to some data I found on protein quality if you consider protein per calorie, it is better. This is my rough ranking. The data was from here https://t.co/31JAKqRPuq And data on fat and calories came from cronometer. I calculated carbs and % protein from that. https://t.co/jgZBS9wkxE

Feb 13, 2021 · 11 likes · 1 share · 1,587 followers View post →
Mauricio Gonzalez MD.
@DrMauricioGon · X

Fuentes: Ciuris C, Lynch HM, Wharton C, Johnston CS. A Comparison of Dietary Protein Digestibility, Based on DIAAS Scoring, in Vegetarian and Non-Vegetarian Athletes. Nutrients. 2019;11(12):3016.

Feb 21, 2021 · 9 likes · 2 shares · 150,586 followers View post →
STgenetics
@STgenetics · X

The most digestible sources of Essential Amino Acids for humans are animal sourced, according to a study in the Nutrients Journal. Favoring higher lean body mass and strength, omnivorous diets have shown more favorable EAAs bioavailability. Read more at: https://t.co/3gkS8twscj https://t.co/8GFToBdK37

Apr 11, 2021 · 3 likes · 12,594 followers View post →
Carnivore is Vegan
@CarnivoreIs · X

"Omnivorous participants had significantly higher lean body mass than vegetarian participants (+14%), and significant correlations existed between available protein and strength" https://t.co/7Z6mKQgULV

Sep 13, 2022 · 3 likes · 3,681 followers View post →

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Widehardo
@ZpLitCS · X

@sibaburck Excerpt from A Comparison of Dietary Protein Digestibility, Based on DIAAS Scoring, in Vegetarian and Non-Vegetarian Athletes General health is downstream from strength. https://t.co/BCMlpezNdP

Aug 31, 2025 · 27 followers View post →
Dani Moreno
@dmdoutres · X

RT @dwrowland: Considerations for vegetarian athletes: "Based upon available protein...vegetarian athletes in this study would need to con…

Jun 14, 2024 · 4 shares · 1,342 followers View post →
Leorex
@LeorexMufasa · X

RT @dwrowland: Considerations for vegetarian athletes: "Based upon available protein...vegetarian athletes in this study would need to con…

Jun 13, 2024 · 4 shares · 9 followers View post →
Jonathan Rowland
@Jono_Rowland · X

RT @dwrowland: Considerations for vegetarian athletes: "Based upon available protein...vegetarian athletes in this study would need to con…

Jun 13, 2024 · 4 shares · 172 followers View post →
Daniel Rowland
@dwrowland · X

Considerations for vegetarian athletes: "Based upon available protein...vegetarian athletes in this study would need to consume, on average, an additional 10 g protein daily to reach the recommended intake for protein (1.2 g/kg/d)" https://t.co/u7AVFMAhhF

Jun 13, 2024 · 11 likes · 4 shares · 6,523 followers View post →
LenzSanatani
@LenzSanatani · X

@saaiyer https://t.co/pwRyS2AXDf https://t.co/LoiXQsLh7G happy to send u more if u wish

Jan 3, 2024 · 1 like · 6,443 followers View post →
Alejandro Muñoz
@Munoz_AleM · X

RT @DanielBerglind: Vegetarians

Jan 3, 2024 · 35 shares · 9 followers View post →
"Soul of a Mystic and Artist"
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Dec 30, 2023 · 35 shares · 150 followers View post →
Tracey Trudeau
@traceytrudeau · X

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Pablo Albertus
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Jose Antonio PhD
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Gregory Miller, Ph.D.
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Dec 29, 2023 · 35 shares · 10,714 followers View post →
Science
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Dec 29, 2023 · 35 shares · 34 followers View post →
Mind Your Science!
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Raj Makhija
@iRajMakhija · X

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Cristian Llanos-Lagos
@llanoslagos · X

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Javed Alam
@jalam1001 · X

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Dec 29, 2023 · 35 shares · 984 followers View post →
Kinetic Impact
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Dec 29, 2023 · 35 shares · 152 followers View post →
Zack
@keychupkicap · X

RT @DanielBerglind: Vegetarians

Dec 29, 2023 · 35 shares · 381 followers View post →
Markus Lehtonen
@MarkusLehtone14 · X

RT @KingManninen: A Comparison of Dietary Protein Digestibility, Based on DIAAS Scoring, in Vegetarian and Non-Vegetarian Athletes https://…

Dec 29, 2023 · 1 share · 91 followers View post →
John Paul Catanzaro
@catanzarogroup · X

RT @DanielBerglind: Vegetarians

Dec 29, 2023 · 35 shares · 745 followers View post →
Argón
@metilargon · X

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Dec 29, 2023 · 35 shares · 343 followers View post →
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@Nicopie_ · X

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Dec 29, 2023 · 35 shares · 286 followers View post →
CB
@cebentrena · X

RT @DanielBerglind: Vegetarians

Dec 29, 2023 · 35 shares · 386 followers View post →
Maurício Lima
@dj_surfista · X

Os vegetarianos podem precisar comer 20% mais proteína/dia para maximizar o efeito anabólico versus os não-vegetarianos https://t.co/m5IRrS4fD8

Dec 29, 2023 · 1 like · 756 followers View post →
Darlan Souza
@darlansouzacom · X

RT @DanielBerglind: Vegetarians

Dec 29, 2023 · 35 shares · 897 followers View post →
Dani Moreno
@dmdoutres · X

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Dec 29, 2023 · 35 shares · 1,342 followers View post →
Made To Measure Health
@m2measurehealth · X

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Dec 29, 2023 · 35 shares · 28 followers View post →
James Rutherford
@TheJBlade · X

RT @DanielBerglind: Vegetarians

Dec 29, 2023 · 35 shares · 252 followers View post →
Anssi H. Manninen | Mass Balance Man
@KingManninen · X

A Comparison of Dietary Protein Digestibility, Based on DIAAS Scoring, in Vegetarian and Non-Vegetarian Athletes https://t.co/kVpL5eGB2d #mdpinutrients via @Nutrients_MDPI

Dec 29, 2023 · 1 like · 1 share · 1,065 followers View post →
Daniel Berglind, PhD
@DanielBerglind · X

Vegetarians

Dec 29, 2023 · 86 likes · 35 shares · 8,074 followers View post →
Cengokill
@Cengokill · X

@INRAE_France et une masse maigre significativement plus faibles. La quantité de protéines disponibles et la masse maigre étaient associées de manière significative avec la force physique. https://t.co/LIV9I9KI3l

Dec 26, 2022 · 106 followers View post →
Skeptoidius
@Skeptoidius · X

@RBioetica @NutriRebel La influencia de la microbiota en la absorción de proteínas de momento solo son pájaros y flores. Déjate de fantasías y lee cosas reales, demostradas y prácticas, como esto: https://t.co/vTvfZPQKuz Aunque no creo que lo hagas, no te interesa lo real, solo confirmar tu ideología.

Sep 21, 2022 · 1 like · 124 followers View post →
Carnivore is Vegan
@CarnivoreIs · X

"Omnivorous participants had significantly higher lean body mass than vegetarian participants (+14%), and significant correlations existed between available protein and strength" https://t.co/7Z6mKQgULV

Sep 13, 2022 · 3 likes · 3,681 followers View post →
Rob H
@Skink101 · X

@RickTheV1 @PETAUK I cannot find the tv program but here’s just one study https://t.co/FIo5wwLPIw

Jul 14, 2022 · 195 followers View post →
naimsufi
@naeeemmm · X

2) https://t.co/o7LXx1Pe9q 3) https://t.co/MuuP7k6nmD 4) https://t.co/5iUtFUCM4w 5) https://t.co/n4Je0keU9f

Dec 15, 2021 · 2,155 followers View post →
STgenetics
@STgenetics · X

The most digestible sources of Essential Amino Acids for humans are animal sourced, according to a study in the Nutrients Journal. Favoring higher lean body mass and strength, omnivorous diets have shown more favorable EAAs bioavailability. Read more at: https://t.co/3gkS8twscj https://t.co/8GFToBdK37

Apr 11, 2021 · 3 likes · 12,594 followers View post →
José Alonso Sagundo Rodríguez
@JoseSagundo · X

RT @DrMauricioGon: Fuentes: Ciuris C, Lynch HM, Wharton C, Johnston CS. A Comparison of Dietary Protein Digestibility, Based on DIAAS Scor…

Feb 23, 2021 · 2 shares · 132 followers View post →
Fernanda Ostos
@fernandaostos · X

RT @DrMauricioGon: Fuentes: Ciuris C, Lynch HM, Wharton C, Johnston CS. A Comparison of Dietary Protein Digestibility, Based on DIAAS Scor…

Feb 21, 2021 · 2 shares · 224,277 followers View post →
Mauricio Gonzalez MD.
@DrMauricioGon · X

Fuentes: Ciuris C, Lynch HM, Wharton C, Johnston CS. A Comparison of Dietary Protein Digestibility, Based on DIAAS Scoring, in Vegetarian and Non-Vegetarian Athletes. Nutrients. 2019;11(12):3016.

Feb 21, 2021 · 9 likes · 2 shares · 150,586 followers View post →
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@KamathGurudutt · X

RT @FusionProgGuy: @kevinnbass According to some data I found on protein quality if you consider protein per calorie, it is better. This is…

Feb 13, 2021 · 1 share · 11,084 followers View post →
Fusion Prog Guy @ fusionprogguy.bsky.social
@FusionProgGuy · X

@kevinnbass According to some data I found on protein quality if you consider protein per calorie, it is better. This is my rough ranking. The data was from here https://t.co/31JAKqRPuq And data on fat and calories came from cronometer. I calculated carbs and % protein from that. https://t.co/jgZBS9wkxE

Feb 13, 2021 · 11 likes · 1 share · 1,587 followers View post →
Science Alerts
@Science_Alerts · X

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RT @nick_krontiris: A Comparison of Dietary Protein Digestibility, Based on DIAAS Scoring, in Vegetarian and Non-Vegetarian Athletes (open…

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@nick_krontiris · X

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Dec 16, 2019 · 2 likes · 1 share · 19,553 followers View post →
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