Protein intake a key concern for vegetarians
The vegetarian lifestyle is a very healthy way to live from many viewpoints (including mine), although vegetarians must make it a priority to consumer foods with all the needed daily components: vitamins, minerals, proteins and good fats.Protein intake is of particular concern, as there are many who think meat is the best way to consume it. This is false, as many vegetable and non-meat sources are filled with protein. But for those that miss meat products (as in, converted vegetarians), soy-based meat replacement products are surprisingly popular.
The good news is that protein is easy to find in a vegetarian lifestyle with some research. The hard part is finding good sources of plant-based protein when traveling or eating outside of your comfort zone. Just remember that a vegetarian diet must be balanced as well, just like a meat diet.
.jpg)
How to Build a Healthy Summer Pantry
Worst Restaurant Meals of 2009
Natasha Henstridge Says She Damaged Her Body With Diets
Reader Comments (Page 1 of 1)
10-02-2007 @ 9:02PM
Jen said...
There are some great powdered soy products available. It's very important with soy to be sure to buy non-genetically modified (non-GMO). Instant protein can be mixed with juice or used in many cooking or baking applications and is very low in carbs, less than 1 gram. There are also flavored soy powders for beverages. These is fortified with b-vitamins and calcium, and are low glycemic.
http://www.shaklee.net/good_health/product/Protein2
Reply