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When you tell someone that you are vegetarian, the first question you will likely to get is, “But where do you get your protein?”
Most vegetarians are confused about protein or have a feeling in the back of the mind that:
– You are not getting enough protein from food.
– Plant-based proteins are ‘incomplete’ or ‘lower quality’ protein.
These popular facts are actually myths. You don’t need to worry like you did before. Relax…
The good news is: Vegetarians can and do get enough protein ‘easily’. Have a look at the list of best vegetarian protein foods in the pic.
HOW MUCH PROTEIN DO YOU NEED PER DAY?
– According to United States Department of Agriculture (USDA)’s RDA for protein, you should take in 0.8 grams of protein per kg of your bodyweight in a day.
– If your bodyweight is 60 kg, you need 48 grams (60kg X 0. of protein per day.
– If you are doing strength training, you can take up to 1.5 grams of protein per kg of your bodyweight in a day.
WHY IS IT IMPORTANT TO EAT PROTEIN RICH FOOD?
– Protein is one of the basic building blocks of the human body. Muscle, hair, skin, and connective tissue are mainly made up of protein.
– It helps your muscles repair and recover.
– It helps fill you up. You won’t feel hungry for long time.
– It helps you get ‘flawless’ skin and ‘healthy’ hair.
WHAT HAPPENS IF YOU DON’T EAT ENOUGH PROTEIN?
– If you stop eating protein, your body will start to break down muscle for its needs within a day or so and you will lose muscle mass very fast.
– It may cause hair loss.
– It can make your skin dull.
IS IT OKAY TO EAT EXCESS PROTEIN?
No. Protein isn’t particularly dangerous but an ‘over-consumption’ of protein for long period of time may be associated with weight gain, digestive issues and kidney problems.
HOW TO EAT ENOUGH PROTEIN?
– Make a habit of eating a bowl of dal (Dal bati / dal rice) in your lunch daily.
– Eat paneer, soya bean and broccoli salad for dinner.
– Have sprouts for snacks.
– Keep walnuts with you for munching.
– Have yogurt during the day.
– Eat palak (spinach) sabji either for lunch or dinner.
– Have a cup of warm milk (low fat) twice a day.
– Take whey with skim milk (25-35 grams of protein) within 15 minutes after your workout.
Start eating these great vegetarian protein foods and be creative with your workout to get ripped-sexy body.
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