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Science 13 October 1967:
Vol. 158. no. 3798, pp. 221 - 226
DOI: 10.1126/science.158.3798.221
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Food Proteins: New Sources from Seeds

Fortified and processed seed proteins have a role in satisfying human protein needs

Aaron M. Altschul 1

1 Seed Protein Pioneering Research Laboratory, U.S. Department of Agriculture, New Orleans, Louisiana

Adequate protein nutrition is possible at lower cost without the undermining of man's satisfaction with his food. This potential requires the upgrading of the proteins of cereals by supplementation with amino acids and the development of new protein foods from low-cost sources such as the oilseeds; infant malnutrition can be eliminated by such means. The more sophisticated new foods such as protein beverages and textured products are proving acceptable to man and will supplement meager supplies of animal protein.

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