How do vegetarians combine two or more protein sources that provide all the essential amino acids?

Answer 1

All unrefined, plant-based foods have varying amounts of protein with varying amino acid profiles, including leafy green vegetables, tubers, grains, legumes, and nuts. All the essential and nonessential amino acids are present in any single one of these foods in amounts that meet or exceed your needs, even if you are an endurance athlete or body builder.

Whenever you eat, your body stores amino acids, and then withdraws them when it needs them to make protein. It is not necessary to eat any particular food or any particular combination of foods together at one sitting, to make complete protein. Your body puts together amino acids from food to make protein throughout the day.

Answer 2

There are many protein sources that vegetarians can consume. Some are....

* Beans

* Legumes

* Nuts, Peanut Butter

* Egg Whites (some vegetarians still eat eggs)

* Milk (some vegetarians still drink milk)

* Soy, Soy Milk, Soy Cheese

Many cereals, breads, and other grains also contain some protein. Many fruits will also contain a gram or so of protein in them.

Answer 3

Vegetarians can combine two or more protein sources such as beans and rice, or tofu and quinoa, to ensure they are getting all the essential amino acids. By varying their protein sources throughout the day, vegetarians can meet their dietary needs for amino acids. It's important to include a variety of plant-based proteins in meals to ensure a well-rounded amino acid profile.