Posted by myavocado on Apr 09, 2007 · Member since Feb 2007 · 61 posts
I eat tofu and legumes, but the amount and frequency is probably small enough that I am protein deficient. So, what do you eat for a protein fix?
Posted by NoIllusions on Apr 09, 2007 · Member since Dec 2006 · 476 posts
nuts, tempeh is incredibly high in protein, nutrional yeast sprinkled in grains ups protein count
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Posted by yabbitgirl on Apr 09, 2007 · Member since Apr 2006 · 14266 posts
Mushrooms and other fungi are packed with protien. There's protien in some kinds of seaweed from what I've been told--lots of iron, too.
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Posted by jenniferhughes on Apr 10, 2007 · Member since Aug 2006 · 1828 posts
You actually need a lot fewer grams of protein a day than the SAD diet would have you believe. I shoot for 60-65g and I'm pregnant.
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Posted by LadyDragonfly1 on Apr 10, 2007 · Member since Feb 2003 · 600 posts
This link contains a lot of good information for you. It tells you what has protein and in what quantity.
Everything you eat has some manner of protein. THe human body needs a certain balance of different amino acids to create "complete" proteins. Flesh is "complete" because it is flesh. Our flesh would be complete protein too because our bodies build from different amino acids just like any other animal (we are animals).
Soybeans, whole, have as close to the right balance of amino acids as anything there is. Once upon a time, vegetarians were so concerned about protein it was advised that protein compliments be consumed at meal so as to up the amounts of all amino acids to a point where the body could build more "complete blocks" of protein cell growth and function. This has been pretty well poo pood, which is a shame because IT IS valid.
Protein combining is eating grains and legumes together...cornmeal and pintos...black beans and rice...red beans and barley...you get the idea. Nuts and dairy milk make a complete setup and so does pasta and cheese, but around here, most of us are vegans and we don't eat the dairy. If you are interested in more information on this, the anniversary addition of Diet for a Small Planet (though it is ovo-lacto) and the original Laurel's Kitchen. Both of these go into detail.
I don't tend to worry about protein intake. I drink soymilk, I eat legumes and WHOLE grains, and I love the soy concentrates that are out there anymore. I think there is a preoccupation with protein consumption in the US. The fact is that high protein diets leach calcium from the bones and help to cause osteoporosis. Just another reason why high sugar, high protein cow's milk is so bad for your health and certainly NOT a good source of calcium!
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Posted by tanevab on Apr 10, 2007 · Member since Jan 2007 · 942 posts
Quinoa is another grain that has all the essential amino acids. I eat it instead of rice most of the time.
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Posted by yogaferret on Apr 10, 2007 · Member since Nov 2006 · 460 posts
yeah,this came up before, but it's not really protein that's usually the problem. There's a long-held misconsception from someplace that humans needs LOTS of protein. If you're eating a good amount of legumes and tofu you shouldn'tneed to supplement. Doubly if you are eating nuts too.
THe problem normally lies in making sure you get enough b12 which is only found on dead flesh as the only way it is naturally produced is by the bacteria that specifically live on dead animal flesh.
But again, like others have said - between the mushrooms and tofu, and lentils and nuts, you should really be ok. :)
cheers!
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Posted by humboldt_honey on Apr 10, 2007 · Member since Feb 2007 · 12529 posts
Do you have an estimate of how many grams you're getting? Do you think you're not getting enough protein intellectually or is your body sending you a message?
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Posted by TinTexas on Apr 10, 2007 · Member since Aug 2006 · 1216 posts
yes, don't worry about hunting down "protein" so much as eating a good diet with lots of variety. the following page might also be helpful:
nutritiondata.com
you can look up info about just about anything! it breaks foods down very well.
Posted by Beans and Greens on Apr 12, 2007 · Member since Apr 2007 · 169 posts
There are trace amounts of protein in almost everything-- calories in all foods must either come from protein, carbs or fat. Broccoli's calories for example come from protein, not carbs (aka a potato) or fat (aka meat). If in a typical day you have some soymilk, some fruit, vegetables, whole grain/wheat bread, nuts or seeds, etc...you are probably getting adequate protein. The American culture is so over-proteinized to the point of bone loss. It really is a myth that you need 80g of protein a day. There is a way to calculate an approximate amount of required protein by your weight, I think you can google it. But it is just an estimate.I think iron is just as important as protein, and you can get that from legumes and dried fruits and spinach etc.... Also I think your body will tell you what you need a lot of the time....like those times you really are just craving protein and eat a handful of nuts or a slice of baked tofu. Your body is very intelligent and gives you the feedback you need ;) .... hope you find this helpful!
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Posted by humboldt_honey on Apr 12, 2007 · Member since Feb 2007 · 12529 posts
I passionately hate grains, I rarely eat analogs (meat and cheese substitutes), and I avoid too much soy, so... I eat a combination of beans and lentils with seeds and nuts and try to eat soy yogurt with active cultures. I know I'm not getting enough complete protein when I start craving carbs, so then I take a whole food supplement that supplies extra protein.
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Posted by ShaolinBunny on Apr 12, 2007 · Member since Jan 2007 · 793 posts
I agree with what everyone said about protein being overrated. The China Study is a great book to read on that subject.
Some of the main foods that I eat with protein: lots o' beans (hurray for chickpeas!), nuts, soy milk, seitan, greens.
And my superstar food: QUINOA (it might be my imagination, but this stuff seems like rocket fuel to me--I end up having energy for hours after I eat it).
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Posted by secondbase on Apr 12, 2007 · Member since Dec 2005 · 5540 posts
i dont really watch my protein intake.
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Posted by Anna1111 on Apr 14, 2007 · Member since Dec 2006 · 517 posts
I try to balance my meals (lunch and dinner) by making one meal cooked vegetable based (ie, stir fry or ratatouille), and one meal legume/tofu/nut based every day. That works for me. I feel really well if I have lentils every day and cooked veggies every day.
If I am unable to eat that way, like if we are on the road, then I notice that I feel out of balance. If we are on the road - which means sometimes I find myself living on pasta and bread because a lack of cooking facilities or good vegan restaurants, then I try to take some soy powder to add to juice (or add to coffee for a frappe - okay - I'm a caffeine addict ::)) and I try to have some peanut butter and nuts around.
If I am hungry all the time, or craving too many sweets, then I know my diet is imbalanced.
I don't worry about getting a lot of protein, but I do try to make sure that I have a balance of amino-acid suppliers in my diet.
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Posted by AshleyKimball on Apr 14, 2007 · Member since Nov 2006 · 536 posts
Where do I get my protien? I swallow ;)
Lol, I wouldn't really worry about it. Just like everyone's said, you need less protein than our culture projects.
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Posted by ShaolinBunny on Apr 14, 2007 · Member since Jan 2007 · 793 posts
Where do I get my protien? I swallow ;)
Haaaa! LOL!
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Posted by ShaolinBunny on Apr 14, 2007 · Member since Jan 2007 · 793 posts
Where do I get my protien? I swallow ;)
Haaaa! LOL! ;D
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Posted by ShaolinBunny on Apr 14, 2007 · Member since Jan 2007 · 793 posts
Clearly, I have difficulty creating a post with a quote. Sorry about that. :D
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Posted by Anonymous on Apr 14, 2007 · Member since Dec 1969 · 11789 posts
Where do I get my protien? I swallow ;)
Isn't that part of Little2ant's vitamin B12 post?! ::) ;D
nuts, tempeh is incredibly high in protein, nutrional yeast sprinkled in grains ups protein count
Mushrooms and other fungi are packed with protien. There's protien in some kinds of seaweed from what I've been told--lots of iron, too.
You actually need a lot fewer grams of protein a day than the SAD diet would have you believe.
I shoot for 60-65g and I'm pregnant.
This link contains a lot of good information for you. It tells you what has protein and in what quantity.
Everything you eat has some manner of protein. THe human body needs a certain balance of different amino acids to create "complete" proteins. Flesh is "complete" because it is flesh. Our flesh would be complete protein too because our bodies build from different amino acids just like any other animal (we are animals).
Soybeans, whole, have as close to the right balance of amino acids as anything there is. Once upon a time, vegetarians were so concerned about protein it was advised that protein compliments be consumed at meal so as to up the amounts of all amino acids to a point where the body could build more "complete blocks" of protein cell growth and function. This has been pretty well poo pood, which is a shame because IT IS valid.
Protein combining is eating grains and legumes together...cornmeal and pintos...black beans and rice...red beans and barley...you get the idea. Nuts and dairy milk make a complete setup and so does pasta and cheese, but around here, most of us are vegans and we don't eat the dairy. If you are interested in more information on this, the anniversary addition of Diet for a Small Planet (though it is ovo-lacto) and the original Laurel's Kitchen. Both of these go into detail.
I don't tend to worry about protein intake. I drink soymilk, I eat legumes and WHOLE grains, and I love the soy concentrates that are out there anymore. I think there is a preoccupation with protein consumption in the US. The fact is that high protein diets leach calcium from the bones and help to cause osteoporosis. Just another reason why high sugar, high protein cow's milk is so bad for your health and certainly NOT a good source of calcium!
Quinoa is another grain that has all the essential amino acids. I eat it instead of rice most of the time.
yeah,this came up before, but it's not really protein that's usually the problem. There's a long-held misconsception from someplace that humans needs LOTS of protein. If you're eating a good amount of legumes and tofu you shouldn'tneed to supplement. Doubly if you are eating nuts too.
THe problem normally lies in making sure you get enough b12 which is only found on dead flesh as the only way it is naturally produced is by the bacteria that specifically live on dead animal flesh.
Here's the previous topic where that came up: (there have been others, but this was most r ecent in my memory)
http://vegweb.com/index.php?topic=14868.msg94824#msg94824
But again, like others have said - between the mushrooms and tofu, and lentils and nuts, you should really be ok. :)
cheers!
Do you have an estimate of how many grams you're getting? Do you think you're not getting enough protein intellectually or is your body sending you a message?
yes, don't worry about hunting down "protein" so much as eating a good diet with lots of variety. the following page might also be helpful:
nutritiondata.com
you can look up info about just about anything! it breaks foods down very well.
Take a look at the vegan food pyramid, too. www.VeganFoodPyramid.com
There are trace amounts of protein in almost everything-- calories in all foods must either come from protein, carbs or fat. Broccoli's calories for example come from protein, not carbs (aka a potato) or fat (aka meat). If in a typical day you have some soymilk, some fruit, vegetables, whole grain/wheat bread, nuts or seeds, etc...you are probably getting adequate protein. The American culture is so over-proteinized to the point of bone loss. It really is a myth that you need 80g of protein a day. There is a way to calculate an approximate amount of required protein by your weight, I think you can google it. But it is just an estimate.I think iron is just as important as protein, and you can get that from legumes and dried fruits and spinach etc.... Also I think your body will tell you what you need a lot of the time....like those times you really are just craving protein and eat a handful of nuts or a slice of baked tofu. Your body is very intelligent and gives you the feedback you need ;) .... hope you find this helpful!
I passionately hate grains, I rarely eat analogs (meat and cheese substitutes), and I avoid too much soy, so... I eat a combination of beans and lentils with seeds and nuts and try to eat soy yogurt with active cultures. I know I'm not getting enough complete protein when I start craving carbs, so then I take a whole food supplement that supplies extra protein.
I agree with what everyone said about protein being overrated. The China Study is a great book to read on that subject.
Some of the main foods that I eat with protein: lots o' beans (hurray for chickpeas!), nuts, soy milk, seitan, greens.
And my superstar food: QUINOA (it might be my imagination, but this stuff seems like rocket fuel to me--I end up having energy for hours after I eat it).
i dont really watch my protein intake.
I try to balance my meals (lunch and dinner) by making one meal cooked vegetable based (ie, stir fry or ratatouille), and one meal legume/tofu/nut based every day. That works for me. I feel really well if I have lentils every day and cooked veggies every day.
If I am unable to eat that way, like if we are on the road, then I notice that I feel out of balance. If we are on the road - which means sometimes I find myself living on pasta and bread because a lack of cooking facilities or good vegan restaurants, then I try to take some soy powder to add to juice (or add to coffee for a frappe - okay - I'm a caffeine addict ::)) and I try to have some peanut butter and nuts around.
If I am hungry all the time, or craving too many sweets, then I know my diet is imbalanced.
I don't worry about getting a lot of protein, but I do try to make sure that I have a balance of amino-acid suppliers in my diet.
Where do I get my protien? I swallow ;)
Lol, I wouldn't really worry about it. Just like everyone's said, you need less protein than our culture projects.
Where do I get my protien? I swallow ;)
Haaaa! LOL!
Where do I get my protien? I swallow ;)
Haaaa! LOL! ;D
Clearly, I have difficulty creating a post with a quote. Sorry about that. :D
Where do I get my protien? I swallow ;)
Isn't that part of Little2ant's vitamin B12 post?! ::) ;D
Lol i found it on a vegan humor website someone posted around here.
It just goes to show how ridiculous the question is