Protein sources.

Any LOW calories Protein sources that do not contain Fish, Chicken, Meat, Eggs, and Cheese?

I just ordered this Soy Protein unflavored powder. I haven't received it or tried it yet, but it appears to have just soy protein in it. They also have flavored versions. The reviews on the website say you can't taste it, so in theory, you could dissolve it in anything.  60 calories for 13 g of protein.

http://www.drugstore.com/products/prod.asp?pi d=85125&catid=31665

Hope this helps.

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not any good vegan protein sources sorry. Soy is not a good protein source as it does not contain a complete amino acid profile and also increases the amount of free estrogen in males. High amounts of soy can result in side effects like male breasts. I know you wont beleive me, but do your research. Unfortunately humans are not natural vegans and God didnt provide them with magical protein fruit yeah. Only thing i can suggest is legumes, nuts, and soy ..... but like i said there is nothing truly vegan with a complete amino profile.

The whole needing complete amino acids at one time thing is pretty well proven to not actually be true. But as for your question, you might try pea or rice protein powder if you really aren't getting enough from your foods. I'm vegan and get plenty from my foods, and I don't really eat soy products, just whole grains, beans, nuts and produce. My trainer is a competitive body builder and it drives her mad that I refuse to supplement, but she has been pleasantly surprised at how I've been putting on muscle with just the 90 or so grams/day I get from real vegan food.

no vegan products or byproducts contain the amino acids required to even make up a complete protein. So, how can someone prove that they do? Give me one vegan byproduct that contains L-Histidine.

I believe wheat germ contains that amino acid, but your good ol' liver can make you some as well. Lots and lots of people are very very healthy vegans and have no problems with L-Histidine deficiencies.

Your right. Ill have to add that knowledge to my endless pages of worthless crap. As for very very healthy vegans ..... i dont know about that. But, im not a doctor either. Its actually nice to be wrong sometimes..... keep you learning :)

I'd really like to know why non-vegetarian come on our forums and tell us we're wrong or unhealthy.

I'm sorry but it's our forum, this is our lifestyle.

not really. nuts and beans are pretty calorie packed, but they are also protein and nutrient packed. id say get low calorie versions of breads and such if you find you cant get enough protein w/o going over your limit

nobody said anything was wrong, well except i admitted to BEING wrong .... but then wouldnt that make you right? Vegetarianism is not a lifestyle. In that case if all i chose to eat was cocoa crispies id be a cocoacrispinarian, doesnt make sense. Look all anyone is trying to say is that what you already know ..... the FDA suggests that humans should eat meat to be healthy. I totally agree with you that your choices only affect you and thats why what someone chooses to eat doesnt bother me. I promise, im not losing any sleep. You are differant, however, making you a minority and you chose to be that. It is the combination of your own fault and people's ignorance that people make fun of your diet and the way you choose to eat. Adults understand the concept and need for differances, are you a child or an adult?

**** trolls.

Get protien from beans, tofu, miso, nuts, lentils, quinoa... I'm not sure about low calorie, but don't worry about that! :)

As for our amino acids:
Histidine:  Apple, pomogranates, alfalfa, beets, carrots, celery, cucumber, dandelion, endive, garlic, radish, spinach, turnip greens.

Arginine:  Alfalfa, beets, carrots, celery, cucumbers, green vegetables, leeks, lettuce, potatoes, radishes, parsnips, nutritional yeast.

Valine:  Apples, almonds, pomegranates, beets, carrots, celery, dandelion greens, lettuce, okra, parsley, parsnips, squash, tomatoes, turnips, nutritional yeast.

Tryptophan:  Alfalfa, brussel sprouts, carrots, celery, chives, dandelion greens, endive, fennel, snap beans, spinach, turnips, nutritional yeast.

Threnoine:  Papayas, alfalfa sprouts, carrots, green leafy vegetables such as celery, collards, kale, and lettuce (especially iceberg), lima beans, laver (Nori -- a sea vegetable).

Phenylalanine:  Apples, pineapples, beets, carrots, parsley, spinach, tomatoes, nutritional yeast.

Methionine:  Apples, pineapples, Brazil nuts, filberts, brussels sprouts, cabbage, cauliflower, chives, dock (sorrel), garlic, horseradish, kale, watercress.

Lysine:  Apples, apricots, grapes, papayas, pears, alfalfa, beets, carrots, celery, cucumber, dandelion greens, parsley, spinach, turnip greens.

Leucine:  Avocados, papayas, olives, coconut, sunflower seeds.

Isoleucine:  Avocados, papayas, olives, coconut, sunflower seeds.

I mean you're almost probably right: Meat does contain the "True" protein.  But what happens when chewing muscle and living things make you sick.  ughh im proteinless.  Nuts are fattening.  Last time I ate nuts I gian about 35 pounds in 3 months.  The only protein I get is from Boca burgers and brocoli.  But i'll trythe poder artificial items.  Thanks  =)

Ooooh, I forgot about broccoli. Mmm.

AKAKibbles, very informative post. Thank you.

I would have listed the amounts in each, but I don't feel like writing another essay ontop of finals. :]

Original Post by jasontarin:

AKAKibbles, very informative post. Thank you.

 You do not need to consume every essential amino acid at once to be able to synthesize protein in the body.  As long as you're eating a wide variety of plant-based food, you will be able to get all the amino acids you need and in a sufficient quantity.  Even world class athletes like Carl Lewis can get all the protein they need on vegan diets.

Moreover, studies have clearly shown that consuming protein from animal sources leads to much greater chances of the big three chronic diseases: Heart disease, Cancer, and autoimmune diseases.  These are the diseases that kill 2/3ds of those of us that live in the developed world.  On the other hand, consuming protein from plant-based sources does not lead to an increased risk. 

In addition to Carl Lewis, this guy qualifies as a very, very healthy vegan (even by bodybuilder standards).

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=iUvjXQHt6QQ

 

(Mods, I think you should make it possible to embed video clips in messages.  Just saying.) 

why did you quote me in post #15?

Original Post by jasontarin:

why did you quote me in post #15?

 My bad, I hit quote not reply then I guess I forgot to delete the quote part.

haha ok. Was bout to have to bust out some anti-vegan propaganda on yah.... j/k have a good night. TY again for the information.

sprouted whole grains are a wonderful source of protein. this sounds weird but i love to have a peice of toasted ezekiel bread with ketchup, mustard and hot sauce, topped with saurkraut. less than 100c, and some good protein.

 

beans are low cal as well. take some chickpeas, and coat them in soy sauce and curry powder. put them on a span (spray the pan with nonstick spray), and cook at 475 for 4-6 minutes, maybe more, until they are very slightly dried out. sounds kind of gross i guess, but they are salty and "meaty" and very satisfying.