Impossible Whoppers: Good or Bad move?

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CO2 is a greenhouse gas and plants emit CO2, cows eat plants but emit methane, which is worse?


Nutritional Info-looks like some tradeoffs are taking place
calories are about the same
beef has far less sodium but has more cholesterol
protein is better for beef, etc.



The Beyond Burger (4-oz. patty)

Calories: 290

Total fat (g): 22

Saturated fat (g): 5

Cholesterol (mg): 0

Sodium (mg): 450

Protein (g): 20

Iron (Daily Value %): 25%

The Impossible Burger (3-oz. patty)

Calories: 220

Total fat (g): 13

Saturated fat (g): 11

Cholesterol (mg): 0

Sodium (mg): 470

Protein (g): 21

Iron (Daily Value %): 10%



85-percent lean beef (4-oz. patty, based on USDA National Nutrient Database)

Calories: 283

Total fat (g): 17.5

Saturated fat (g): 6.7

Cholesterol (mg): 100

Sodium (mg): 82

Protein (g): 29.4

Iron (Daily Value %): 16%
 
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