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re:Protein question - 2005/10/26 00:34
Why? Are you another "vegan" geek trying to add some muscle mass so you can look like an athletic meat eater?
Your best options in terms of protein powders will either be soy-based, whey-based (non-veggie), or egg white-based (non-veggie). Supplement tablets will also note if they're from those sources, and those without full source info on the label (amino acids, etc.) are likely derived from other animal products (though some are also vegetable-based).
Most of the protein powders contain some kind of sweetener, but the trend over the last few years has been to artificially sweeten them.
Splenda is the rage not only with low-carb people, but also with gym rats.
All beans and nuts are high in protein, but nuts also have a lot of fat (so does soy). On a protein:weight ratio basis, lettuces and asparagus are high, as are mushrooms. The problem with getting enough (or supplementary) protein from such vegetables (or fungi, in the case of mushrooms) is one must over-eat them to get the amount of protein. Soy will likely be your fall-back. Your body will eventually adjust to it if you're not allergic or reactive. You may try adding more tofu and/or tempeh if the protein powders are unbearable.
Maybe not. Wheat gluten is okay for most people in moderation. Nature meant us to eat the entire part of the wheat, not refined white flour and not just the gluey, sticky protein-carb matrix we call gluten.
Try eating a well-balanced diet, and seek professional nutritional advice if you have underlying health issues to address. If you're trying to gain muscle mass, you really should alter your diet and include foods that are congruent with that. Over-consumption of protein is not good for the body, particularly your kidneys. Are you after good health or just a certain aesthetic?
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