Got Protein?
Got Protein? The misconception that going plant based equals a lack of sufficient protein.
It never fails, time and time again when people hear that you’ve transitioned to a plant based lifestyle, the first question they ask is, “But where will you get your protein from?”. There’s this huge misconception that in order to get in your protein, you need to consume animal products, specifically meat, but the truth is, is that that idea is completely false (and sooo outdated if you ask me). There are plenty of foods that we can enjoy that not only contain protein but high amounts of it too!
But first, what is protein exactly? And why do we need it?
Protein is a macronutrient made up of small units called amino acids, known as the “building blocks” of protein. Although all protein is made up of amino acids, the sequence of them differs from food to food, giving the food it’s unique structure and function.
Now that we understand what protein is, here’s a list of some plant based options :
So as you can see, there are plenty of choices when it comes to choosing plant based protein sources. There’s no need to fear that you will become deficient, what’s important is that your meals are balanced, made with whole foods.
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