but lately ive been getting sick so how can i get protein without eating meat(im allergic to nuts)
2006-08-25 12:26:10 · 11 answers · asked by sweetchildren_1039 1 in Food & Drink ➔ Vegetarian & Vegan
I've been a vegetarian for 18 yrs and I'm not vegan but I don't do cheese or eggs. So I pretty much got protein from beans, tofu and seitan (and nuts but those are out for you). But about 2 yrs ago I started getting sick and super sleepy too.
I went to a holistic guy and he had me take a rice protein powder. Ever since then I've been feeling better. The brand I use is called nutribiotic and I mix it with water or rice milk. I'm not gonna lie, it's pretty chalky but I chug it.
Basically the problem was that I wasn't getting protein from enough sources. Although I listed a lot above I was probably getting 85% from soy. While soy is good, too much can cause probs for men.
So stepping up the rice protein and adding a lot more seitan (you can find recipes on vegweb and others if you search it) instead of soy I've been feeling better. Good luck.
2006-08-25 13:11:04 · answer #1 · answered by kfriedman 2 · 2⤊ 0⤋
You can get protein powders but if you're allergic to both nuts and peas, make sure to read the ingredients! Last year I started eating eggs again b/c I was in the same boat, but also b/c I wanted a more "normal" lifestyle and by adding the eggs to my diet I was opening so many doors that had been closed for YEARS. Believe me, I totally understand the reasons for not eating them, but if I lived in a city or region where there was at least one vegetarian/vegan restaurant or more grocery resources I probably wouldn't have started eating them again. I am very isolated in my vegetarianism LOL
You should probably see a doctor if you keep getting sick, and are you talking about colds/flus or other problems? It could be a vitamin you're missing like B12 etc. Try taking a multivitamin everyday and a B12 supplement to see if that helps. It could also be something that's not diet-related at all. I would also suggest posting a more detailed question about your illness (also in the health section) b/c some of us may have experienced the same thing. Not that it's normal for us to get sick, but I think just like everyone else we sometimes get a bit slack with eating healthy or making sure we get all our vitamins.
2006-08-25 21:00:40 · answer #2 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
You can get sick more due to eating junk like sugar and highly processed foods (soda included). Eating junk throws off your acid/alkaline balance leaving you vulnerable to illness. Also, stress and sleep issues can leave you weak.
If you feel a need for more protein, make a shake in the morning of soy milk/banana/soy protein powder. Add ice and another choice of fruit for flavor if you like. If you hate soy, do a diary shake with whey or egg protein powder. Rice milk, rice protein also available. Take care, and eat your veggies!
2006-08-25 13:42:02 · answer #3 · answered by Joyce T 4 · 0⤊ 0⤋
How strict a vegetarian are you? Do you eat eggs or cheese - both sources of protein? Do you combine foods with complementary amino acids, like beans and corn? Read "Diet for a Small Planet" for more ideas.
Maybe protein is not your problem. We are surrounded by bacteria and viruses - they're everywhere - but we get sick only when our immune system is suppressed by fatigue, stress or malnutrition. Get enough rest, reduce stress, and try 1000 mg. of Vitamin C daily. This is one of the strongest supports to the immune system.
2006-08-25 12:35:17 · answer #4 · answered by keepsondancing 5 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Tofu and all soy products are very high in protein. You can also try a protein powder, but make sure it's a vegan one. The things they put in the others is really gross.
2006-08-25 14:24:39 · answer #5 · answered by moviegirl 6 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Well, just eat a ton of tofu and soy products. Plus, if you aren't vegan, than eggs are a good source of protein.
2006-08-25 12:32:53 · answer #6 · answered by starry_vamp12 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
beans! Legumes have a lot of protein in them - also make sure to eat your leafy greans! (Can you eat anthing with soybeans? There is so much out there to eat like tofu, and many veggie meats - full of protein)
2006-08-25 18:46:44 · answer #7 · answered by natureutt78 4 · 0⤊ 0⤋
If protein is not the problem then why do you think you need more? You need to go get some blood work done.
2006-08-26 06:16:21 · answer #8 · answered by KathyS 7 · 0⤊ 0⤋
soy protein is the best source. bolthouse farms has a really tasty drink called perfectly protein, with 25 grams of soy protein, and you can find it at any major grocery store.
2006-08-25 12:33:02 · answer #9 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
sea vegetables, nuts, and brown rice
2006-08-25 12:35:17 · answer #10 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋