How can vegans meet their needs for complete sources of protein?

Answer 1

While protein is most commnly found in meat products, it can also be consumed through a vegetarian diet. Many nuts and seeds are high in protein, and there are many vitamin supplements that can also be taken. Average fruits, vegetables, and grains also carry small amounts of protein, too. Many products, like protein bars and shakes, can also be used.

Answer 2

First of all, I take many vitamins. Also, I eat a bunch of nuts which are filled with a bunch of protien. Make sure to eat fruit and vegetables (of course) and have food in place of meat. (like beans, soy, tofu, etc)

Answer 3

If your concerned about getting enough protein there are foods that are like meat but aren't that you can find at local stores. Like vegetarian bacon, tofu, etc. Also you can get vitamin pills or One A Day, they have many nutrients that are good for the body.

Answer 4

It's easy for vegans to get protein by eating a variety of plant-based foods throughout the day.

All plants have varying amounts of protein (plus carbohydrates, fats, fiber, vitamins, minerals and other nutrients), and the human body combines proteins from all sources, to make "complete protein." The term "complete protein" means that all eight essential amino acids are present in the same proportion they are in the human body.

There are 23 amino acids that the human body needs. Of those, the body can make 16, which leaves 8 essential amino acids (isoleucine, leucine, lysine, methionine, phenylalanine, threonine, tryptophan, and valine), which must come from the foods we eat. In addition, histidine, known as the "growth amino" is essential for young children.

Some plant-based foods, including soy and quinoa, have all the essential amino acids in abundance. Other plant-based foods have all the essential amino acids, but are lower in one or more of them. For example, grains often have lower lysine, and legumes often have lower methionine and tryptophan. Many traditional foods in nearly every culture combine grains with legumes: beans and rice, peanut butter sandwich, etc.

But you don't need to worry about any of this, because it's not necessary to combine specific foods in one meal in order for your body to make complete protein. When you eat, your body stores amino acids, and then uses them whenever you need them. So, you don't need to eat any particular combination of foods at any one meal to make complete protein. Your body does that automatically, putting together amino acids from all the foods you eat, to give you complete protein.

Answer 5

Protein can be found in a varitey of vegetarian sources including beans, nuts, dark leafy greens / legumes, dairy, and soy products. Many grains, like breads and cereals, do contain some protein as well. If there is a problem, protein shakes or dietary supplements can also be used.

Answer 6

You are getting enough protein, the danger is getting too much.

Answer 7

For one you can substitute it with a source of brewer's yeast, can pick it up at your local supermarkets. Goes great with meals very tasty.

Answer 8

tofu has a lot of protein