| A lot of people think that meat is the only real | | | | protein. It is the basic component of their cell |
| source of protein. Therefore, these same people | | | | structure. |
| think that a vegetarian diet is unhealthy. This is far | | | | While all vegetarian sources of protein do not have all |
| from true. If it were, why are vegetarians so | | | | 22 of the required aminio acids, nature has the |
| healthy? Why do they have lower blood pressure | | | | answer! The body pools the all of the aminio acids |
| and cholesterol? They look better, feel better, and in | | | | eaten during the course of the day, and uses them |
| a lot of cases live longer! There are many vegetarian | | | | to make complete protein. |
| sources of protein. | | | | As long as a vegetarian is eating a variety of the |
| The recommended daily allowance of protein is not | | | | foods listed above in the vegetarian sources of |
| as high as some people think. It varies, depending on | | | | protein list, it is highly unlikely that he or she will be |
| certain factors, but on average it is 50 grams for | | | | deficient in protein. |
| females and 63 for males. Most of us consume | | | | On the other hand there are many problems |
| almost twice that amount. And then there are some | | | | associated with getting too much protein. They |
| elderly and vegans who do not get enough. | | | | include kidney problems, osteoporosis, acid reflux, |
| So just what are the vegetarian sources of protein? | | | | obesity, plaque buildup in the arteries, arthritis, high |
| They include beans, whole grains, nuts and seeds, | | | | cholesterol, high blood pressure, and an increased risk |
| dairy products (such as milk, cheese, and yogurt), | | | | of getting cancer, to name a few. |
| eggs, fruits, vegetables, and those delicious veggie | | | | So you can get enough protein as a vegetarian as |
| burgers! | | | | long as you eat a variety of foods from the |
| A complete protein consists of 22 aminio acids. Most | | | | vegetarian sources of protein listed above. So, enjoy |
| meat, chicken, fish, eggs, and dairy products contain | | | | your vegetarian diet lifestyle! Look better, feel |
| all 22 of the aminio acids. A lot of your plant based | | | | better, and possibly live longer. And as always, please |
| foods do not have complete proteins. | | | | check with your doctor before making any changes |
| Most people are surprised to learn that all plant based | | | | in your diet. |
| foods contain protein. All plant structure comes from | | | | |