How does one get enough protein as a vegetarian?
The “but you need more protein” issue is a myth – it is a false argument. It is based on a far outdated experiment conducted in the early 1900s on rats. Many current medical studies are showing that too much protein, in fact, especially from animal protein, is the problem. Too much animal protein can impair the kidneys as well as leach calcium, zinc, B vitamins, iron and magnesium from our bodies. Studies have also correlated too much protein with osteoporosis, heart disease, cancer, and obesity. We’ve all heard the saying, “Everything in moderation.” The thing is, an overly excessive amount of protein in the human body can is detrimental to health. Although too much protein is bad, our body needs some amounts of it. Protein is deemed as “the building blocks of life,” and everything has protein in it in varying amounts. A varying diet consisting of vegetables, fruits, beans, grains, and legumes provides more than adequate amounts of protein – only without the added cholesterol and satu
