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Friday, February 10, 2006

how could you live without eggs?

Since July of last year, we have eliminated meat and dairy from our diet.
"You mean, no eggs?"
Yes, no eggs. And now we see that it is the culprit of some things we suffered from in the past!
"No, cow's milk?"
Yes, I'm lactose intolerant anyway. Besides, Zurielle loves her soymilk!
"How about steak?"
Helloo.. steak is meat!
What happened?
Reading Dr. John Mcdougall's 12 Days to Dynamic Health was a real eye-opener for me. A few books (and cookbooks) later, and experiencing all the benefits of a low-fat, high complex carbohydrate plant-based diet, Ron and I are hooked.

this was from a previous post that I've deleted:
Yeah, what about protein?
The number one question that is asked of vegetarians and vegans alike! (Homeschoolers, you'd know what I'm talking about when someone asks you: "What about socialization?")
Why not, considering that protein is the most important nutrient in the food supply anyway. Well, I'm not an expert or a nutritionist, so I don't think I could convince you, but...
If a loved one's vegan or vegetarian diet is worrying you, you could read more about it. What is the daily requirement for protein anyway? Could someone really be protein deficient?

In this country, that is almost impossible! Even vegans can easily get all their protein needs from complex carbohydrates. Rice, potatoes, beans, with some fruits will provide all 9 amino acids for complete daily protein requirements.
Okay, I better stop now. Like I said, I'm not an expert, but you could always check with them, as long as they're not an Atki... er, high-protein diet follower, of course!

Some food that provide all the essential amino acids:
Potatoes 11% protein
Corn 12%
Cauliflower 40 %
Need more protein?
Then eat beans and peas- they're 28 % protein.


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