Vegan protein while pregnant?

Question

I’m currently 5weeks with my first and am struggling to consume enough protein throughout the day. What sources of protein do y’all consume to make sure you’re getting enough for you and the baby??

Answer

I struggled with this as I wanted to reduce my intake of soy products and have honestly struggled to eat overall during this pregnancy. I’m at 27 weeks now and can finally consume a bit more so I’ve been eating:
Edamame 
Lentils
Chickpeas 
All kinds of beans
Nutritional yeast (added to everything from pasta to smoothies) 
Some Tofu, but not too often. 
Spirulina 
Amaranth 
Oatmeal and oat based milks and yoghurts 
Various nuts 
Sweet potatoes 
Mushroom 
Avocados 
Brussels sprouts

Answer

Life Extension makes a vegan protein powder that I have every day. It has 20 grams of protein per scoop and only 4 carbs so it’s not packed full of sugar or filler. I highly suggest checking them out. You have to order online though. Just google Life Extension supplements and it’s the first website that comes up.

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I didn’t used to do ‘fake meat’ but the Beyond Beef brand is amazing - zero gluten zero soy tastes great very high protein . I mostly use in tomato sauce. SPLIT PEA SOUP is another winner as are brown lentils with brown rice and some fried onions on top. Lots of nut butters - on bananas(!) are great !!!

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Honestly im usually quite plant based and consume alot of pulses and legumes as well as soy.  This pregnancy has made me not even want to look at food let alone stand to prep and cook it.
Ive dont alot of fake meat options from tofu to gardien meat balls and yves veggie nuggets.  Its not the perfect diet but i can make it and eat it without feeling too sick.  This ultimately is a win.

Answer

Protein smoothies, protein bars (vega are okay), I swapped out wheat pasta for chickpea or lentil pasta instead, look for grains that are high in protein, beans, trail mix

Answer

You actually don’t need that much extra... especially that early in pregnancy. I’m 18.3 weeks & haven’t added any extra protein. My blood work is fine. You could always add a powder if your worried tho

Vegan protein while pregnant?

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