Is it possible to have a high protein diet while being vegetarian/vegan?

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I've wanted to be vegan or at least vegetarian for a long time now but I have no support from family and friends. They're extremely discouraging about it...
Anyways, I've started working out again and I want to gain a good amount of muscle but Idk how possible that is with a vegetarian/vegan diet. I've heard people tend to lose weight but that's kind of the opposite of what I'm trying to do.
So is it possible? And how much would I have to eat if it is? I'm a small person and I physically can't eat a lot lol. I'm usually only able to eat one regular sized meal a day and then have basically snack sized "meals" aside from that.

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Absolutely, and it is extremely easy to reach your daily intake of protein on a plant based diet. Many body builders and athletes are vegan because of how easy it is to build muscle. Plants are the only true source of protein because they are the only things capable of making it. People tend to look at animals of these magical resivours of protein, but when you consume their flesh you’re eating recycled protein along side tons of cholesterol, fat etc. Might as well skip the middle man and go straight for the source. I highly recommend watching “Mic. The Vegan” on youtube about protein intake. He has many great informational videos on veganism and debunking common myths with scientific facts and studies. Good luck 👍🏻 🌱

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Animals get their protein from plants, vegans just cut out the middle man.

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Of course, there are tons of huge vegan body builders and strongmen.

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Of course! Don’t let anyone tell you otherwise. It’s a huge misconception. Just make sure to vary your proteins, as quinoa & soy are the only complete plant proteins. Rice & beans and wheat & PB are great complementary proteins that give you a complete amino acid profile. When one in not complete & lacking in certain aminos, you can usually pair it with another that has these to make it complete. It’s recommended to get most of your nutrient & protein intake from food, not supplements. We are all different though, whatever works for you. Beans, soy, peas, quinoa, protein breads, asparagus, nuts, fake meats, & nut butters are all great sources of protein.

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Most definitely. Just consume more plants and veggies that have high protein content. The more variety the better. Especially when you’re a pregnant vegan. I myself am a pescatarian: plants, fruits, veggies, and fish for me. Look on Pinterest for ideas as well.

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lol yes

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Add beans to your diet and/or vegan protein powder for a boost.

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It’s extremely possible! This is such a huge misconception about veganism. It’s very easy to find sufficient plant-based proteins. I’ve heard one medical professional say that it’s very unusual for someone who consumes a sufficient number of calories to be protein deficient

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I am in the process of becoming vegan. I’m slowly cutting put and replacing different things. I have been using fish as a crutch for protein but I definitely plan to cut it out. My SO and I have been coming across a lot of cool plant based foods and alternatives to all sorts of stuff we’re used to. You can definitely get all the proteins and fats and all your nutrition you need. It’s not difficult. But to have a fun diet you get excited for when you plan on fixing something to eat, you’ll have to stop and look around a bit in the grocery store and explore your options. That have meatless corn dogs. Meatballs. Chicken tenders. All made from soy and stuff 😯 It’s delicious, too. I know plain rice and beans and pastas can be boring so it’s definitely exciting to throw some of these things in your food. The hardest thing I find to give up is cheese. Cheese.

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Yes. I consume over recommended amount of all plant protein (vegan for several years) daily! Especially on workout days.

Is it possible to have a high protein diet while being vegetarian/vegan?

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