Right to Protein Movement | UPSC | Soya As A Best Source Of protein

Right to Protein Movement | UPSC | Why in The News ?

How retail industry is adopting soy as a protein-rich feed for livestock; experts discuss ( Source : Economic Times )

Right to Protein Movement | UPSC : About Protein And Soy

Protein :

The word protein is derived from Greek word, “proteios” which means primary or of prime importance.
Protein is known as the building block of life.
This is not only true in the case of humans but also animals.
Proteins are the most abundant biomolecules of the living system.
Chief sources of proteins are milk, cheese, pulses, peanuts, fish, meat, etc.
They occur in every part of the body and form the fundamental basis of structure and functions of life.
They are also required for growth and maintenance of body.
Proteins are polypeptides.
Proteins are linear chains of amino acids linked by peptide bonds.
Each protein is a polymer of amino acids.

Soyabean :

Soy, one of the richest sources of protein, is emerging as a high-quality feed ingredient for poultry, livestock, and aquaculture amongst retailers.
Soybean meals can be a good substitute for meat and are also economically beneficial.
Soybean meal is also at times referred to as ‘gold standard’ owing to its protein content.
It is composed of amino acids which are highly digestible and make a good diet for the cattle.
Soy is a versatile and multifunctional source of protein.
Not only does it meet dietary needs but also produces energy and increases the metabolism rate.

Significance of the panel discussion

It aims to increase awareness about soybean meals and how they can be a quality protein product differentiator so that consumers having access to superior quality protein products can make healthier consumption choices.
Protein consumption has taken centre-stage ever since the pandemic began in 2020.
Consumers are moving towards healthy food consumption and are becoming more nutritionally aware – this is achieved by reading nutrition information charts on food packaging – which is becoming a big differentiator in the retail industry.
Information on feed consumed by livestock can help consumers differentiate between regular and superior quality products.

About Right To Protein Movement :

The Right To Protein initiative aims to create a vibrant ecosystem of like-minded citizens that will not only sensitize each other about the importance of protein in an Indian diet, but will also further the country’s public health agenda in-line with Government of India’s campaigns such as Poshan Abhiyaan and Fit India Movement.
The larger goal is to champion the cause of protein sufficiency and help India be more protein aware for better nutrition and improved public health.
Right To Protein, a national-level public health initiative, has launched India’s first ‘Protein Day’ to raise awareness about the health benefits of protein.

International Protein Day :

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