What are good vegetarian sources of omega-3?
Some vegetable oils, such as linseed, flaxseed, walnut and rapeseed, contain omega-3 fatty acids. The body is able to absorb only a limited amount of these vegetarian sources of omega-3, and evidence suggests that these fatty acids may not give you the same protection against coronary heart disease as the oils in fish. What are good sources of protein for vegetarians? Good sources of protein for vegetarians include nuts and seeds, pulses and beans, soya products (tofu, soya milk and textured soya protein, such as soya mince), cereals (wheat, oats and rice), eggs and reduced-fat dairy products (milk, cheese and yogurt). A variety of protein from different sources is necessary to get the right mixture of amino-acids, which are used to build and repair the body’s cells. Are Quorn products suitable for vegans? No. Since all Quorn products contain a small amount of egg white, and most also contain milk ingredients, they are not suitable for vegans. They are a good source of protein for vege
