vegetarian needs help

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chubiD
chubiD Posts: 260
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Hi all,

My question today is: how to get enough proteins without eating meat? I'm a vegetarian (I do eat dairy), and I'm trying to eat plenty of eggs, cheese, yogurt and pulses, but some days that isn't enough. Any suggestions will be greatly appreciated!

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  • himiller3
    himiller3 Posts: 81
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    TVP could help (Textured Vegetable Protein)

    They sell it in bags.. It would provide a good boost.

    -- Edit --

    Bob's Red Mill I think is one supplier at the grocery
  • himiller3
    himiller3 Posts: 81
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    http://www.bobsredmill.com/tvp-textured-veg._protein.html
  • KevDaniel
    KevDaniel Posts: 449 Member
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    It seems like this topic is popping up every other day or so :) Eggs for sure will be a huge source of protein! You can also check out these other threads.

    http://www.myfitnesspal.com/topics/show/362105-any-tips-for-a-high-protein-vegetarian-diet

    http://www.myfitnesspal.com/topics/show/343436-high-protein-and-low-carb-vegan-foods
  • JennLifts
    JennLifts Posts: 1,913 Member
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    egg whites, tempeh, ground "meat", eggs, greek yogurt, cottage cheese. You can use protein powders too.
  • kdelost630
    kdelost630 Posts: 199
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    I used to have the same problem. Now I make make a fruit smoothie every morning after my workout and put a hefty scoop of protein powder in it. I mean, it tastes like chocolate so I'd say it's a good option. :)
  • tifmarie9
    tifmarie9 Posts: 28 Member
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    tofu, tempeh, beans ( I like black beans, cranberry beans (which I add to salads) and there a many others to choose from, Peanut butter or other nut butters....
  • Juliette320
    Juliette320 Posts: 144 Member
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    http://kidshealth.org/teen/food_fitness/food_fit_qa/more_protein.html
  • UrbanRunner81
    UrbanRunner81 Posts: 1,207 Member
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    I eat a lot of beans, black beans, pinto, and ect.
    Nuts
    eggs

    I have no problem getting enough protein.
  • modernfemme
    modernfemme Posts: 454 Member
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    I get most of my protein from eggs, beans, vegetables and every now and then, fake meat. I love the soy, but it can wreak havoc on my digestive track and a lot of it is soooo overly processed.

    Feel free to add me as a friend and check out my diary for the past month or so to get an idea. (I love variety, but I tend to make stuff in bulk so you will notice I eat the same stuff for a week or so)
  • anjukins
    anjukins Posts: 103 Member
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    i think we need less protein than is the general consensus, but that's just me. i really like unsweetened rice or hemp protein powder. one smoothie a day will ALWAYS send you over your protein requirements, if you're eating well the rest of the day. one banana, one cup milk (or soymilk), one scoop protein powder, and you're good to go. :)
  • modernfemme
    modernfemme Posts: 454 Member
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    i think we need less protein than is the general consensus, but that's just me. i really like unsweetened rice or hemp protein powder. one smoothie a day will ALWAYS send you over your protein requirements, if you're eating well the rest of the day. one banana, one cup milk (or soymilk), one scoop protein powder, and you're good to go. :)

    I have to agree with you here (This is becoming a strange pattern I've noticed) Sometimes I meet MFP protein but usually I come decently under. I feel pretty great and was even exercising every day.
  • vegangirl88
    vegangirl88 Posts: 104 Member
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    Yeah I'm not a believer of needing as much protein as is often suggested, obviously you do need SOME though! Good sources are nuts, pulses, beans and tofu. http://www.theproteinmyth.com/ if you're interested : ) xx
  • paeli
    paeli Posts: 295 Member
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    "How can I get enough protein? The protein myth"
    http://www.pcrm.org/search/?cid=251

    For protein I eat: tofu, beans, lentils, eggs, nuts, seeds, pretend meats :)

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