Bloated vegan; Different protein source ideas?

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  • bethanyfranco1
    bethanyfranco1 Posts: 41
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    Quaker Old fashioned oatmeal has 8g protein per 3/4 cup
  • MelsAuntie
    MelsAuntie Posts: 2,833 Member
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    Why not just eat MEAT? None of the substitutes taste even 100/th as good!
  • dazzer1975
    dazzer1975 Posts: 104 Member
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    Why not just eat MEAT? None of the substitutes taste even 100/th as good!

    Why would you even waste your time making that post?
  • MelsAuntie
    MelsAuntie Posts: 2,833 Member
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    Why not just eat MEAT? None of the substitutes taste even 100/th as good!

    Why would you even waste your time making that post?



    And that bothers you...why?
  • dazzer1975
    dazzer1975 Posts: 104 Member
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    The fact vegans and vegetarians exist bothers you... why?
  • tmw1018
    tmw1018 Posts: 9 Member
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    What about edamame -- the roasted, crunchy kind as opposed to steamed in pods. Great to carry around as a snack and little packs (Seapoint Farms, I think) have something like 14 grams for only 140 calories.
  • MaryJane_8810002
    MaryJane_8810002 Posts: 2,082 Member
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    How about a protein shake
  • laserturkey
    laserturkey Posts: 1,680 Member
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    One thing that helps sometimes is to add a little kombu to the water when cooking beans. It doesn't alter the flavor in any way, just helps make them more digestible. Ginger can also help, but adds flavor, so might not work for just any recipe.
  • Ophidion
    Ophidion Posts: 2,065 Member
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    Why not just eat MEAT? None of the substitutes taste even 100/th as good!

    Why would you even waste your time making that post?




    And that bothers you...why?
    Well because it is insensitive to the OP's choice of lifestyle...obvious really.
  • MyJourney1960
    MyJourney1960 Posts: 1,133 Member
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    Why not just eat MEAT? None of the substitutes taste even 100/th as good!
    seriously? how is that helping the OP? she asked about VEGAN sources.
  • Ophidion
    Ophidion Posts: 2,065 Member
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    Obviously ignore the non-vegan options but may be helpful...

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  • aakaakaak
    aakaakaak Posts: 1,240 Member
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    This thread my be relevant to your interests.

    http://www.myfitnesspal.com/topics/show/963840-vegan-greek-yogurt-replacement

    Chia Pudding
    Silk Products
    Soy products (From edamame to tofu skins)
    Flax Seed
    Vegan Whey Protein Powder (Soy, Rice, Pea and Hemp proteins)
  • MelsAuntie
    MelsAuntie Posts: 2,833 Member
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    The fact vegans and vegetarians exist bothers you... why?




    What? No, it doesn't. I'm not and never would be one, but bother me, no. You seem a little uptight this morning.
  • Ophidion
    Ophidion Posts: 2,065 Member
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    The fact vegans and vegetarians exist bothers you... why?




    What? No, it doesn't. I'm not and never would be one, but bother me, no. You seem a little uptight this morning.
    Not uptight, you are just obviously rude and they called you on it.
  • soupandcookies
    soupandcookies Posts: 212 Member
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    Are you eating a lot of soy? It causes me extreme bloating. Much more so than other beans. Just a thought. I was a veg for many years, and found myself extremely bloated all the time. I eventually went back to fish and poultry because it seemed like my body wasn't happy. Good luck!
  • dazzer1975
    dazzer1975 Posts: 104 Member
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    The fact vegans and vegetarians exist bothers you... why?




    What? No, it doesn't. I'm not and never would be one, but bother me, no. You seem a little uptight this morning.

    Well there must be some reason you seek out topics with vegan in the title and then suggest they just reverse their dietary requirements and possibly medical and philosophical reasons and beliefs, in addition to their choices and likes.

    I can't think of one that would be deemed reasonable or helpful.

    And you are 64 too? Sheesh
  • Ophidion
    Ophidion Posts: 2,065 Member
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    Back on track for OP's sake this is a supplement that is non-soy and I find great...

    Sunwarrior Classic Protein uses an old world process, combining the endosperm and bran from raw sprouted whole grain brown rice, to create the first completely hypoallergenic protein, containing all essential and non-essential amino acids in a perfectly balanced profile. Sunwarrior Classic Protein has the highest amount of (non soy) raw, whole-grain sprouted, vegan protein of any product available.

    (No am not spamming, just a suggestion from personal experience)

    Good luck OP
  • celadontea
    celadontea Posts: 335 Member
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    Here is a cool chart I found for vegan protein sources: http://www.savvyvegetarian.com/articles/plant-food-protein-chart.pdf . I've heard of many really healthy vegans who do not consume legumes. Maybe there are specific ones you could cut out and keep in your diet, or limiting to just one meal a day. I think it's a matter of trial and error to see what works best for you. The probiotics was a great idea, too. There are supplements as well as vegan yogurts, kombucha, vegan kefirs that have probiotics.
  • joyousmartin
    joyousmartin Posts: 9 Member
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    Agree with the poster who mentioned adding kombu when you make your own beans - it helps a ton with digestability, I've also found that lentils and split peas (which are packed with protein) are easier than beans on the tummy. I'd definitely see if those help. And ABSOLUTELY take a daily probiotoic. There are lots of vegan brands out there now, and it will make a huge difference (I speak from experience).

    Here's my quick list of high-protein vegan options:

    - Lentils (Puy and Beluga are my favorite kinds)
    - Split Peas (yellow and green)
    - Non-processed soy: Tofu, Tempeh, and Edamame
    - Nuts/Seeds and Nut/Seed Butters
    - Quinoa
    - Whole Grains (Wheat berries, Farro, Spelt, etc,)
    - Fresh Peas
    - Broccoli
    - Potatoes
  • laserturkey
    laserturkey Posts: 1,680 Member
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    Thanks for the helpful chart, Ophidion! (not quoting for the sake of scrolling time)

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