Calorie/Protein Advice?

Question

I was wondering if you all had any ideas on getting enough protein and calories in a day through an 85% vegetarian diet? (I know, 85% sounds weird... I probably eat meat/seafood once to twice a week, if that.)

I'm in my late 20's, currently weigh 128 (goal of 130 - 135 lbs) and work-out (strength/weight training) vigorously 4 - 5x per week. Based on My Fitness Pal and My Plate, I'm supposed to be getting over 2000 calories and 170 grams of protein! I'm not coming in anywhere near that! I eat very healthy (not perfect), but generally speaking.

Any ideas?

Answer

Loveeee it. I mix with Ripple Pea "milk". Whatever milk product you use, two scoops of this- doesn't even taste like anything!

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On MyFitnessPal I'm trying to lose weight so I set my activity level and my macronutrients are as follows: Protein: 40% Fat: 40% Carbs: 20%

If you're a vegetarian, Greek yogurt and non fat cottage cheese have LOTS of protein for not being meat, and lentils and beans have protein too. Maybe add in some eggs as well, or some peanut butter now and then on days you work out. 😉😊

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Check out MRM vegan protein powders and veggie meal replacement. The would be super easy to add in to help you his your protein.

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My fitness pal says I need to be eating 2600 cals & I usually hit about 1600 on days I don't exercise.
I would 100% gain if I ate that much! Everyone is different.

Mushrooms cooked in loads of butter are a good calorie hit with protein.

Calorie/Protein Advice?

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