Many people are hesitant to make the switch to a plant-based diet, as they worry that they won’t be receiving the same amount of nutrients one usually gets from eating meat and dairy products. Don’t stress! We’re here to assure you that you can still get enough protein from a plant-based diet.
It’s all about knowing which foods have the nutrients you want. Before you give up eating meat, you should consider whether you are ready to supplement it with plant-based snacks. Protein is crucial to keeping your body strong, and a lack of protein can cause loss of muscle mass, fatigue and weakness, and a slower metabolism. Needless to say, you need it to survive!
So, make sure you are incorporating foods like beans, lentils, tofu, seitan, oats, soy milk, nuts, bananas, broccoli, and spinach, into your diet.
Some people may be wondering, do I need to eat more of these to make up for a lack of protein from meat? The average adult needs an intake of 45-55 grams of protein a day, and this is about the equivalent of a cup of peanuts. So no, you don’t need to overcompensate with huge amounts of protein-rich food.
Having a protein-rich diet is especially important for those who are hitting the gym. Protein promotes muscle growth. When exercising, you are breaking down the muscles in your body, so you need to make sure your diet has enough protein in it to stimulate more muscle growth and bounce back easily. Check out some of our plant-based protein shakes and Wellness boosters if you’re looking for that extra little quick and easy kick of protein.
