The Digestible Indispensable Amino Acid Score (DIAAS): A Breakthrough in Protein Quality Assessment
The Digestible Indispensable Amino Acid Score (DIAAS) offers a more accurate assessment of protein quality by evaluating individual amino acid digestibility and content. Unlike the older PDCAAS method, DIAAS provides better insights into a protein source’s ability to meet our amino acid needs, especially for plant-based proteins. This breakthrough helps people, particularly vegetarians and vegans, make more informed dietary choices regarding their protein sources.