Do vegans get enough protein?
Yes. Many vegan foods are high in protein, including soy products, nuts, beans, legumes, grains, and even many vegetables. You do not need to combine these foods in any special way to provide “complete” protein, and you can easily get all essential amino acids from plant-based foods. You will not suffer from a protein deficiency so long as you eat enough calories from a variety of sources. People in affluent societies generally eat too much meat and therefore too much protein. Research shows that excessive protein consumption contributes to kidney disease, cancer and osteoporosis. For more information, visit www.pcrm.org/health/veginfo/vsk/protein_myth.html.
