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8 Surprising Sources of Plant Based Protein
Plant protein sources have grown in popularity due to an increasing number of people adopting a vegetarian or vegan diet each year.
Written by: Lestat Mccree
Written on: May 30, 2022
Updated on: February 18, 2025
Written by: Lestat Mccree | Written on: May 30, 2022 | Updated on: February 18, 2025
Quick Read
- Plant-based proteins are viable for everyone, not just vegetarians and vegans, and can positively impact diverse diets.
- Daily protein intake can be estimated by multiplying body weight (in pounds) by 0.36 to determine the grams of protein needed.
- Nuts/seeds, chia seeds, oats, soy, whole wheat bread, lentils, quinoa, and brussel sprouts are all sources of plant-based protein.
- Plant-based diets are environmentally friendly, reduce agricultural resource use and greenhouse gas emissions, and are often cheaper.
Contents
- 1. Introduction to Plant-Based Protein
- 2. Recommended Daily Protein Intake
- 3. 8 Plant Protein Sources
- 4. Nuts / Seeds
- 5. Chia Seeds
- 6. Oat and Oat Products
- 7. Soy and Soy Based Products
- 8. Whole Wheat Bread
- 9. Lentils
- 10. Quinoa
- 11. Brussel Sprouts
- 12. Conclusion
