Yes another protein question!
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Yes another protein question!
Hey all! I'll be quick because this question doesn't require a lot of elaboration. So, I have been using a mix of Life Time's Life's Basic Plant Protein Powder (vanilla) and a scoop of maca powder post workout before I get home and eat a large breakfast. My question is, considering Life Time contains a multi-source plant protein configuration, is it better to use multi-source protein instead of a single source protein? Are there any benefits to the use of a multi-source over a single-source or vice-versa? Thanks guys!
Re: Yes another protein question!
Most vegan proteins are limited in their amino acid profile (legumes are lower in the amino acid methionine while other plants foods are lower in lysine.).. so a mix is generally good - ie. a mix of grain and legume proteins will ensure you are getting enough 'complete' proteins..
Hemp and soy both contain complete proteins.
Since lysine is the limiting amino acid in a vegan diet, I would be most concerned about how much of that your protein powder has (ie. a 140lb person needs about 2400mg of lysine /day)
Hemp and soy both contain complete proteins.
Since lysine is the limiting amino acid in a vegan diet, I would be most concerned about how much of that your protein powder has (ie. a 140lb person needs about 2400mg of lysine /day)
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Re: Yes another protein question!
There's a fantastic article with a table of the amino acid profiles of vegan foods here: http://veganhealth.org/articles/protein
As stated by Stcalico, Lysine is the hardest amino acid to get as a vegan. That article directly addresses this issue and suggests a number of vegan foods high in Lysine.
As stated by Stcalico, Lysine is the hardest amino acid to get as a vegan. That article directly addresses this issue and suggests a number of vegan foods high in Lysine.
Re: Yes another protein question!
Wow! I'm amazed again with the environment created in this forum! Such fast responses and informative and friendly. I couldn't ask for more. Thank you guys. I will be sure to check out that article. I knew there was a little trick to it all, haha. I just want to make sure all of the time and effort I'm putting into living healthy is the best it can be. So again, thank you guys very much!
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