As most vegans will attest, the #1 asked question is, “But where do you get your protein from?” Every vegan and vegetarian knows this question all too well. And, every omnivore and carnivore wants to know. The Seed addressed this question--and more--at its recent event: The Seed: Plant Protein Power. On Saturday, November 14th, The Seed [...]
For those of us following a vegan lifestyle, optimizing adequate protein is not difficult, but it does take conscious planning and consideration. First of all, how much protein do we really need per day? The DRI (Dietary Reference Intake) is 0.8 grams of protein per kilogram of body weight, or 0.36 grams per pound. This amounts to: 56 grams [...]
I'm crazy for quinoa because it has become my best ally in my efforts to eat well and also lose a few pounds. If you have not tried quinoa yet, and are trying to stick with your weight loss goals, then this may be the perfect food to add to your diet. Because of the high amounts [...]
