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Protein should be an important aspect of everyone's diet. Although many people think only animal products offer significant amounts of protein, many vegetables also contain high levels of protein.
Protein Requirements Per Day
According to the Harvard School of Public Health, for every 20 pounds you weigh, you should consume 8 grams of protein per day.
Benefits
Vegetables offer low-fat protein along with many other nutrients. Although animal products also offer protein, they can be high in fat, especially red and processed meats.
Vegetables High in Protein
According to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, legumes, beans, nuts and soy products contain significant amounts of protein. A cup of cooked lentils, for instance, contains 18 grams.
Complete and Incomplete Proteins
Although animal protein tends to have all the necessary amino acids to supply a complete protein, the Harvard School of Public Health says that most incomplete proteins come from fruits and vegetables.
Completing Incomplete Proteins
Those who consume vegetables as their primary source of protein should make sure they eat a variety of foods to get complete proteins.
Source:
Harvard School of Public Health: Protein
The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention: Protein
Resource:
The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention: Protein
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