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Ways to Increase Your
Daily Protein WithouT Meat
Protein is an essential part of any vegan. Made from quality plant-based
diet, particularly for those who are protein and a variety of superfoods,
physically active. And while you can always including whole grain brown rice, yellow
turn to chicken, meat or fish to get a boost, peas, quinoa and sunflower butter, they
you may be seeking ways to increase your come in four flavors and offer 19 grams
protein intake without meat. of protein per bar, amongst a wealth of
antioxidants, vitamins and nutrients. For
Eating less meat is more nutrition information, visit Sunwarrior.com.
environmentally sustainable, as a serving
of vegetables requires less energy to n Dip it: Not just a delicious snack or
produce than a serving of meat. What’s appetizer, hummus atop pita or veggies
more, a well-planned vegetarian diet is also a good source of protein. Whether
may provide health benefits in the you go for a store-bought variety or whip
prevention and treatment of certain up your own batch, there are many ways
diseases, including heart disease, cancer to jazz up your dip with add-ons like
and diabetes, according to the American roasted red peppers, fresh herbs or even
Dietetic Association. pine nuts — bonus protein!
Whether you are simply looking to n Back to basics: Getting your protein
reduce meat intake or you are going at lunch doesn’t have to be complicated.
entirely meat-free, here are five great A peanut butter and jelly sandwich
ways to skip the burger today and still get takes seconds to make, is delicious and
a sufficient dose of protein: satisfying, and delivers the protein you
need midday to make it to your next
n A classic staple: Rice and beans meal. Go with the classic construction or
are simple to prepare and affordable. Plus, use fresh fruit in place of jelly for extra
when legumes are paired with grains, they fiber and nutrients. If you’re at home,
form a complete protein. Don’t get bored make it gooey and extra delicious by
though; there are many preparations to grilling your sandwich.
try, as well as ingredient combinations.
Also, each meal can be flavored in its own n Simple swap: When making a stir-fry,
way with spices like turmeric, cumin and stew or soup, use tofu, tempeh or seitan in
cayenne — that can add important health place of meat. These ingredients are high-
benefits of their own. protein additions to your meal, and easy to
prepare. They also take on the flavors of
n Grab-and-go: Need a quick the spices, sauces and broth with which
breakfast solution, on-the-go snack or you are cooking.
post workout dose of protein? Think smart
protein bars. For instance, you can grab From grab-and-go items to easily-
a Sol Good Protein Bar from Sunwarrior. prepped meals at home, it can be easy to
They are USDA-Certified Organic, soy-free, get the protein you need in your diet, even
gluten-free, non-GMO, dairy-free and while you reduce your meat intake.
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