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Originally Posted by hrpiii
No problem adding carbs when you need to, but did you know your body is smarter than you.  Your body can convert protein (and fats) to carbs for energy, but it can not convert carbs to protein for muscle building.
Do you care for any of the high quality protein shakes (or protein powders). Like VPX Zero Carb protein (Graham Cracker..OMG is so good).
Protein for Vegetarins:
Legumes (beans/soy beans)
Nuts/Seeds
Dairy
Cereal-Food grains
Fruits
EGGS! |
Hmmm...that is interesting, I was not aware that your body could convert protein into carbs. That is gonna make me feel much better about increasing protein and decreasing carbs. Thanks!
I like the Syntha6 protein powder....tastes great and has less calories than most protein powders. I will look into the ones you mentioned though.
I'm pretty much aware of the non-meat protein choices, I'm just not sure how to creatively work them in, ya know? I like putting beans on my salads and like nuts as a snack. I also eat the heck out of the Morning Star soy protein options they offer but am looking for some good full meal ideas that my non-vegetarian husband will rave over.
I DO eat fish/seafood, so I am not completely limited and love the fact I get my Omega-3s.
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Originally Posted by 427Carl
Did you know runners and vegetarians die first?
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That is what my husband tries to tell me but I think it is a bunch of
