Does being a vegetarian cause protein deficiency?
Our answer: Any diet can be protein deficient, but vegetarians are at especially high risk. However, many vegetarians are skilled and proactive about making sure that they get the proper amounts of protein in their diet. Vegetarianism is a nutrition lifestyle that requires some experience in food substitution and nutrient monitoring. It can be a very rewarding lifestyle, but it is best, before you start, to become familiar with the nutritional requirements of being a vegetarian and discuss its impact on your health with a nutrition professional or other health care provider. One final note about proteins: If you are planning on, or are currently in, the process of increase your physical activity, pay close attention to your protein intake. It will become especially important in helping achieve your fitness goals. How much protein do I need? Your protein intake needs to be based on the following: 1. Do you have any allergies to certain proteins? If yes, then you need to make sure your a
