Thread: Vegan Protein

Hi, I've never tried the chia protein. But I'll look into it. I've been using OL Pea protein shakes. The vanilla is pretty good mixed w 3-4 strawberries or small apple in the blender. I just got the chocolate one but can't seem to make it very good. I tried using a dried coffee packet w a dash of vanilla extract ( had to find a REAL one w/o sugar or corn syrup added- unreal!!!??) but even with ice and 1/2 cup of almond milk it was barely enjoyable!! My problem is I'm tired of this brand I think. But I really LOVED the vanilla one for a long time.
But there's also a pumpkin low cal organic brand protein shake I found online. I think I might get some soon...

I guess ur best bet is making sure the ones u have are low cal & carbs and if they have the protein u should go ahead and test it. U can always get other kinds.

Lemme know too cas I'm dieing for a change!!! Lol good luck!!


Shannon
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Just thought i'd post the notes i have relateing to protein, protein from soy and protein info for vegans.


Protein: we need 8 gm protein for every 20 lbs of body weight

***Spread out throughout the daySoy Protein has to come from Whole soy !! Whole soy provides all essential amino acids ( like meat)



*We Need A STEADY supply of protein daily because the body doesn't STORE protein

Before workout: carbs are needed for strength & energy

After workout: protein repairs muscles and builds

Very important: Combining incomplete proteins= complete

Combining Examples:

*peanut & whole wheat bread
*rice & beans

Protein combos are very important for vegans!

This is a great summary Shannon! Simple and straight forward. I think the hardest part for vegans is understanding the difference between a complete protein and an incomplete protein. Where most vegans fall short is thinking that they are getting all their macros and the right amount of daily protein from incomplete protein sources. This is a shame.

I do however disagree with your 8 grams of protein for every 20 lbs of body weight. I think that the answer to this is it depends. It also depends on how active you are and what type of activity one might be doing. For example someone who is lifting weights would need more protein (amino acids) for muscle repair than someone who does not. And not just subject to lifting weights. This will vary on what types of physical activity one does.

But everything else is very spot on and is great information. If anyone on here is looking for a great meal replacement vegan protein shake the one I have recently come across and love is https://www.modere.com/ProductDetail...ralCode=279424 Plus if you are a first time customer you automatically get $10 off! Cheers!