Part time vegan and vegetarian but I eat white meat, good sources of protein?

I'm a vegetarian but I do eat white meat probably twice a week (99% of the time it's chicken, the other 1% is turkey) and I'm afraid I'm not getting enough protein. I'm 80% lactose intolerant, but on occasion i can have cheese and icecream and whatnot. just not milk. what are good sources of healthy protein for vegans and vegetarians?Part time vegan and vegetarian but I eat white meat, good sources of protein?
Sorry, you are not a vegetarian. Vegetarians do not eat meat, no matter what color it is.

Vegetarians and vegans get protein from food- easy to do since protein deficiency (scientific term "kwashiorkor") is only seen in people who live in areas struck by famine and people who are hospitalized for a severe eating disorder.
It's really not protein that is the most important thing. The most important thing is that you get all of the essential amino acids that your body cannot produce. You can do this a variety of ways. Animal sources, by good menu planning - rice/bean combinations, supplements.

"as there is no complete protein in plants (at least that i'm aware of)"
-There are not, which is why the combination of rice/beans/nuts is so important. Granted, you're still getting incomplete amino acids - better than none at all.Part time vegan and vegetarian but I eat white meat, good sources of protein?
To the people being SO RUDE to this poster, you are completely false in saying that you are not a fellow vegetarian if they eat chicken. There is more than one category or variety for "vegetarians". Some of these are Ovo, lacto, ovo-lacto, veganism, raw veganism, fruitarianism, Buddhist vegetarianism. So do some research before jumping down his/her throat about it.



How about just answering the question? Good sources of protein are lupin, soy, hempseed, chia seed, amaranth, buckwheat, and quinoa. Eggs too as well as beans and brown rice and cheese.
Jen is quite correct, if you're eating enough vegetarian or vegan food you'd have to try pretty damn hard not to get enough protein, it's in everything.



Also, as all others have said, there's no such thing as a part time vegan or vegetarian, you either are or you aren't and you aren't.



The main problem with protein is getting too much, if you're not getting enough, chances are you're starving to death.Part time vegan and vegetarian but I eat white meat, good sources of protein?
you are a omnivore, not a vegetarian and certainly not a vegan. true vegetarians don't eat any real meat, vegans eat no animal products of any kind. find some soy or rice protein powder, you can mix it with water or soymilk, I'd say whey powder but you've got a lactose allergy, whey prolly had that in it... beans, whole grains, and quinoa have protein and are very healthy, they are plant based. occasionally organic egg whites, they have protein.
first thing to consider: veganism is a life philosophy, not simply a diet. there's really no such thing as a part-time vegan. i'm not trying to be a troll--i'm just trying to clear up a common misconception!



as a vegan, i obtain protein from a combination of beans, nuts, whole grains, and leafy greens. in order to obtain protein sufficiently, you have to consume it from a variety of sources, as there is no complete protein in plants (at least that i'm aware of).



if you follow a ovo-lacto vegetarian diet (granted you are lactose intolerant), keep in mind that milk and eggs are complete animal proteins, so consuming either should be sufficient.



but the absolute best bet would be to consult your doctor--it's a pretty foolproof plan. best of luck!
there is no such thing as a part time vegetarian/ vegan
You eat meat, you are an omnivore.
vegan/vegetarian protein sources are beans and nuts and foods made with them. Most vegetables have some protein.
This question is asked soooo many times on here. Apparently no one ever looks to see if their question was ever asked before.
Soy is a good source of protein. Tofu, faux meat products, etc.

Rice and beans eaten together make a complete protein - that's why so many third-world cultures have at least one rice-and-beans dish that is a staple in their cuisine.
Insects! really. They are all protein no fat and don't really have a brain so it's not like you're killing something cuddly. Oriental cultures eat them all the time.

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Can i EAT like a vegetarian most of the time, but not CALL myself a vegetarian?

I'll rephrase my last question. Can I eat like a vegetarian and not call myself a vegetarian?? I just want to "pleasure myself" so to speak and only eat meats every once in a while like the ones that I really like. And just eat like a vegetarian the rest of the time. I don't want the title of vegetarian I just want the health benefits of it.



Please help.Can i EAT like a vegetarian most of the time, but not CALL myself a vegetarian?
You can do anything you want. But they will not acknowledge you. You are more like a picky eater, not really a vegetarian..
Why couldn't you? You can call yourself whatever you want....Can i EAT like a vegetarian most of the time, but not CALL myself a vegetarian?
you'd only be vegetarian if you never ate meat, so you're fine.





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yes you can and i think you put it well, but nicole will not like what you are doingCan i EAT like a vegetarian most of the time, but not CALL myself a vegetarian?
You don't have to call yourself anything.
No one has to know you only eat veggies.... dont tell them. No you dont have to have that title and obviously if you eat meat even once a months your not a vegitarian.... so dont worry about it.
Of course! You can eat whatever you want. Whatever is good for your health, makes you feel great, and still satisfies your taste buds is fine for your lifestyle. Good luck! :)
We are all free to do what ever we want to do!
Yes! Finally someone who's not obsessed with labels..!
Labels are for losers!
uh, call yourself what you want. a vegan doesnt have to call themselves one any more then you need to label yourself.
ya do whatever you want it really doesnt matter what ur label is.
that's definitely fine. eating less meat is good for your health, and the animals and environment.
Eat what you want. You would be what some people call a "flexitarian" and I prefer to call a meat reducer. I think it's a great idea.
Then you are not a vegetarian, there is not title, of course you can



Daft question - you are an omnivore who chooses low amounts of meat....do not worry as this will be healthier than lots of meat if you eat properly
lmfao!



now that's hilarious.. it's called a balanced diet..





i don't get it, why are folks making a huge deal about vegetation in their diets? that's how it is suppose to be.. you are suppose to eat more fresh whole foods than processed garbage.





heard of the food pyramid?





hum, i see schools quit teaching nutrition.



why label yourself, i don't get that?



i'm a vegan but in public i don't address the label unless i really, really, really, really... have to!



labels, it's an obesession.



and you are NOT a vegetarian so DO NOT worry about it.

How vegetarian friendly is your city?

I read a lot of questions from people who have a hard time finding vegetarian and vegan options in grocery stores and restaurants, so I'll ask you, how vegetarian friendly is your city?





Mine is pretty accomodating. I gained some weight when I first moved here because there were so many vegan goodies and I wanted to try them all!|||I live right next to Berkeley, CA, and I'd say thats a very veg (both vegetarian and vegan) friendly place. They have some good vegan restaurants over there, including a recently opened Herbivore restaurant, and I have easy access to Trader Joes, Elephant Pharmacy, and Natural Foods and Whole Foods, so I certainly can't complain. If it wasn't for places like these I would find it very difficult to eat a vegan diet, let alone find proper animal-free bath, body, and household products. They have lots of yummy vegan snacks apart from the regular vegan stuff (soy milk, nut butters), and even soy yogurt.


Btw, are you from around here too? I couldn't help noticing that you mentioned Berkeley, CA, on one of the questions in the veg section. I personally don't know any vegans in my area but I'm sure there are a fair number. I'd definitely be interested to know. Don't worry, I'm just curious, not trying to be nosy.|||In my hometown as well as many surrounding towns, I have no trouble finding vegetarian and/ or organic foods.


It's wonderful!|||Mine is not friendly at all. I live about 30 minutes away from a store that is vegan/vegetarian friendly, but that's like the only one that's not in either Cleveland (hour or so away) or Columbus (two hours away). The local Giant Eagle carries some good brands, but other than that, I just have to fend for myself.|||I'm in NYC and there are lots of options (dining and shopping). And there's a good variety of cusines, like japanese and indian restaurants with lots of vegetarian items.|||Originally I am from Boston, I miss it a great deal. Veggie Restaurants and food stores were common. Being vegan was extremely easy.





I now live in Northern Delaware, I don't like or want to drive far to support my diet. There are restaurants that offer vegetarian dishes. But most put chicken broth in veggie dishes, thinking it is harmless. Whoever heard of marinara sauce with chicken broth in it?





So I have to keep on my toes and ask questions. But it is a university town, so it isn't too difficult.|||I live in Rocky Mount, NC. It isn't veg-friendly at all.


I will move up west to Raleigh or Chapell Hill at the


first oppurtunity.|||You'll eat any old crap as long as it's not scrapple huh? Glad you're so "open minded".|||Every market around carries many vegetarian products but since most every market carries grains, veggies, fruits, beans, nuts etc...it's easy to find vegetarian options.|||Small town, north west UK:





Well, we have one natural foods (wholefood) shop, its a co-operative so pretty good. supermakets ( in the UK ) also stock a decent amount of veggie food, not vegan though - you need the wholefood shops for that.





because we run a veggie guest house all the resturants and bars now cater for veggies, all of a sudden they are veggie friendly and want our guests cash .....we're having a big impact on the area, its quite funny really - gradually taking over !





I think we might rename it VeggieVille or something.|||I live in San Jose, California.


I'm pretty lucky I guess. We have grocery stores specifically for vegan and vegetarians plus we have restaurants, cafes and bakeries.|||Forget it, over here they even have vegan restaurants in our hospitals (after getting rid of the fast food chains). Its all over the place over here, it helps to have vegan restaurant chains too...


Actually, I notice that it is quite "fashionable" here to eat vegan food few times a week, to clean the system. Most do it few times only, as organic vegan food is very expensive (over the traditional one).





One of those chain:


http://www.commensal.com/en/default.idig鈥?/a>|||here in India we may proudly say that more than 50 % people are vegetarian so vegan or vegetarian food or hotel we have no problem here .|||I live in Brighton, England and its about as vegetarian friendly as you can get there are vegetarian and vegan restaurants and even a vegetarian pub. Al our local supermarkets keep a good variety of veggi/vegan options and there are so large independent retailers which keep pretty much every vegan item you can imagine. oh and we have a vegetarian shoe shop too.|||Very friendly. You can find pure veggie food and grocery stores almost everywhere, town, city, airport, shopping malls, etc. We also have Meatout week, talks, exhibitions and vegetarian food fairs. Check it out: http://www.vegetarian-society.org Thanks!|||Mine isn't very friendly. I am surrounded by white trash everywhere who shout obsenities towards the thought of not eating meat. However, about an hour away in either direction are two places that have a pretty decent vegetarian and vegan selection.|||I live in Ghent which is the district of Norfolk, VA where PETA is headquartered. It's great. Almost every restaurant has vegetarian options, and all the grocery stores cater to vegetarians/vegans.|||I think it is in where you look. I can find good veggie selections in any city I am in as long as I spend the time.





Safeway, Save-On-Foods, IGA, all carry a big selection of vegetarian foods. And there is at least one health food store in any town I have ever visited.|||Mine is OK, we have a Health Food Store 2 miles away.|||I'm in the Inland Empire of Southern California. We've got a handful of good places to eat meat-free dishes, but not that many strictly vegetarian places.





My favorite is Chico's in Riverside, a Mexican place that can make probably 75% of their menu vegetarian or vegan if you ask (they have the menu items starred). My favorite are the vegan steak tacos and potato taquitos! They also make a mean salsa.





We also have a really good all-vegetarian grocery store in Riverside - it's near the Seventh Day Adventist college, La Sierra. It's changed my life to have found a place where every single thing is meat free and they have a lot of the more specialty items and beter selections you won't find in a place like Henry's or Trader Joes (Trader Joe's is my second favorite place to grocery shop!). There's a vegetarian cafe next store but...it's not very good.





Loma Linda is nearby and that is a very Seventh Day Adventist town so you can get meat-free dishes at pretty much anyplace around the University. Again, though, it's not really gourmet fare. Think big hunks of gluten floating in sauces and a lot of proccessed, fried crap.





There are a lot of great vegetarian restaurants in Southern California, but they're mostly by the beach cities. I'm getting ready to move south a bit to Temecula very soon and I haven't found a single vegetarian restaurant. :(


I'll be making monthly treks to my beloved La Sierra Market for sure. I think every town should have a veggie market, darn it!|||I live in NW Ohio and my city is not super veg-friendly. (Ohioans like meat and lots of it!). There are quite a few options for veggies in the grocery stores. I'm still surprised when I find different meat substitutes in the stores as well as non-dairy ice cream and cheese. Of course, there is always the fresh fruit and vegetable market - that's where I do the majority of my shoopping.


Unfortunately, really isn't one place tha boasts its a vegetarian or vegan restaurant. :-( I can understand why - I don't think that one of those would do well here. But like other posters say, I can order something healthy still and just ask for them to hold the meat.|||The Washington DC area is great. I'm not a vegetarian but love eating vegetarian fare. There are lots of vegetarian restaurants that are actually very good and it's not your usual Indian cuisine either. There's a fabulous Asian (Chinese/Japanese/fusion) restaurant that has dishes in both vegan and vegetarian options. All the out-of-town vegetarians rave about it and say it's their favorite restaurant anywhere. Check out their website. Maybe you'll get a chance to eat there someday!


http://www.crystalsunflower.com/

Vegetarian going through hard times, what to do...?

Okay, so here's the deal. I am a 24 y/o Vegetarian who with the help of my doctor has managed to successfully wean off of prozac after being on it for 10 years. The problem I am having now is, I read that it is going to be extremely hard for my brain to produce it's own seratonin for a while, and I have done some research into this, and I really don't want to eat fish, but I read that the omega-3's and DHA can actually help the brain function. I guess my question is, if I take a fish oil/omega-3 supplement, can I still consider myself a Vegetarian? I really want to avoid eating fish at all costs, but at the same time I want to help my brain return to it's normal state as quickly and smoothly as possible. Or if anyone has any ideas, besides the fish oil, to help my brain function better, that would be great as well. Thanks!Vegetarian going through hard times, what to do...?
Try flaxseed oil. There are vegetarian formulations that include flaxseed and borage oils. They come in both liquid and capsules and are usually sold in healthfood stores in a special refrigerated section. Some people prefer to buy the flaxseed whole and grind it themselves.



Each tablespoon of ground flaxseed contains about 1.8 grams of plant omega-3s.



Borage oil contains a great supply of gamma linolenic acid, or GLA, the essential omega-6 fatty acid.
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Vegetarian going through hard times, what to do...?
I think there are nuts with Omega-3
I don't have an answer to your question, but I just wanted to say congrats for getting off of prozac. I've been through that and it was hellish. I hope that you are able to find a way to take care of yourself without compromising your morals.Vegetarian going through hard times, what to do...?
The fish oils might help, but there are other ways, too. Exercise. Aromatherapy. Fresh air. Making sure that you spend time with friends, and doing activitities that you enjoy. These can all help to give your brain a little jump start until it can start to make it's own seratonin again. Congrats on weaning off :-)
Flaxseed and hemp milk.



There are several ways to consume flaxseed. An easy one for me is every morning I have a bowl of flaxseed cereal with hemp milk. It's super yummy and both the hemp milk and the cereal have Omega-3's. The hemp milk has Omega-6's as well as B-12 (added bonus)
There are vegetarian (vegan actually) omega 3 supplements. You might not be able to find them where you live, but they do exist. I've seen them when purchasing my vegan multi-vitamins online. Also, walnuts, flax and hemp are almost as high in omega 3's as fatty fish. Walnuts are great just to snack on, or toss some on top of your cereal, salad, or some fresh fruit or ice cream, bake them into cookies, etc. I always add a bit of ground flax seed to smoothies when I make them, and toss some into my oatmeal, sometimes on salads. You can use flax seed oil to make salad dressings. Hemp products can be pricey, but hemp milk is pretty tasty. Other than that, Tryptophan naturally converts to serotonin in your body. Turkey %26amp; some fish would be the best sources of Tryptophan, but obviously they're out. :) If you eat dairy, milk and cheeses are good sources. Otherwise, bananas, almonds, soybeans, oats, some beans (like kidney, I think), spinach, and whole wheat are somewhat good sources. Another way to boost serotonin levels is just getting out in the sun more (it doesn't even have to be really bright or cloudless out, it's just the natural light that you want), or at least letting more natural light into your house. If you're not a fan of the outdoors or don't get out much, try walking to/from work or school or running errands if that's feasible, or start a garden, a new exercise routine like bicycling, jogging or even just walking. Regular exercise itself can help too, even if it's indoors.
See if walnuts and flax seeds help.

I really hope you get better soon!
Flaxseeds and canola oil are also sources of omega-3s. Fish oil is definitely not vegetarian, so if you want to stick to your morals you can't use it. Mention this to your doctor and see what he has to say too.
I'm not an expert but I'll tell you what I know about omega-3's: Try flax seeds, preferably ground flax seeds. You can put them in smoothies, muffins, on cereal, and other things. Look in the health food aisle at the store. I get a big bag of them for like $3.
I've heard from a famous natural heath doctor that krill oil is better than fish oil and a lot of people is using his product. You can find it at http://krilloil.mercola.com/?aid=CD847 . Let me know your thoughts.
Have you considered eating ground flaxseed and taking flax oil? You should also eat a serving of walnuts everyday.

How many times can you eat meat on accident until your not a vegetarian?

i just want to noHow many times can you eat meat on accident until your not a vegetarian?
Just once, then 'they' come to get you.
I would be too embarrassed to ask that question.How many times can you eat meat on accident until your not a vegetarian?
You are still a vegetarian if you are unknowingly eating meat, in my opinion. The day when you are willing to eat meat and know exactly what you're doing is the day you are no longer veg.
How many times can you eat meat by accident before it's no longer an "accident" is the question.





What? Do you think some kind of physiological change occurs in your stomach? BEEP BEEP BEEP** MEAT EATER ALERT!!!How many times can you eat meat on accident until your not a vegetarian?
As many times as you want to.
well if it is surely on accident..... it doesn't count. If it has been many times, try to be more careful! lol jk
If you keep eating meat "by accident" and do nothing to change this, then maybe you're not a vegetarian. A vegetarian would keep trying harder to keep meat out of their diet.
Eating it by accident doesn't count.
how do you accidentally eat meat?

If i become a full time vegetarian will i get fat?

i cant aford to gain more weight. im allreayd border overweight and its killing me. but i want to go vege but im afraid ill gain weight. so will it make me gain or lsoe weight?If i become a full time vegetarian will i get fat?
I was a vegetarian for a year and I did not gain a pound! I actually lost weight. I did not do it though to loose the weight, it was a healthier lifestyle for me. You make better decisions like eating more veggies and fruits and you'll feel more energized and awake! Its not a bad idea to have chicken breast once in a while. Its not a bad meat for you and it will keep you full. But, if you wanna do away with meat, make sure to get protein from beans, tofu, nuts, eggs, etc. It also depends if you make poor decisions. Meat or no meat sweets are vegetarian and can contribute to weight gain as well.



Good luck!
your borderline underweight.



but no you should not gain weight as long as you don't replace meat with unhealthy things like junk food, candy, or refined white sugars.

just try your best to keep your calorie intake the same.



good luck, and you are not fat.If i become a full time vegetarian will i get fat?
It depends on what your eat. if you only eat sugary foods yes you will gain weight. But if you eat more natural, whole, organic foods, you will reach a healthy weight.
No unless you eat bad foods that you might eat anyway. My daughter lost 60 pounds going vegan. Just depends.If i become a full time vegetarian will i get fat?
If anything, you should lose weight providing your diet does not solely consist of junk food or fast food, refined sugar items and pre-packaged and caned foods. Just think of eating mostly whole grain carbs, fruits, vegetables and healthy fats like avacadoes and nuts, and you will be fine!!
My cousin is a veg, she is very overweight. Really big. too much cheese and pasta! She is very large so beware!
It all depends on what you eat.

I had a friend who became a vegetarian and lost 40 lbs.

I've been a vegetarian for 6 months and haven't gained or lost any weight.

As long as you make sure to eat LOTS of fruits %26amp; vegetables you should be fine. Whatever you do-- don't replace your meat with lots of carbs. It's important to eat carbs (potatoes, corn, peas, grains, breads) but if you eat too many of them you WILL gain weight.

Also, try to avoid eating "vegetarian" junk food.

Try eating veggie dogs and "chicken"

Morningstar is my favorite brand.
No, as long as you dont overdo the rice ice cream, you'll be fine! Just kiddin, but no you wont get fat(not that it wouldnt hurt to gain a few pounds O.o) but just dont eat too much dairy.
my advice to you is to NOT replace meat with cheese if you eat a lot of cheese you WILL gain weight you can still eat normal amounts just don't eat lotsa cheese, it is very easy to do!
oh boy...you again? No, you won't. Everyone, don't give her the time of day. She's like 80 pounds and 13 years old.
After seeing several of your posts on here, I suggest you seek professional help.
If you become a vegan you'll shrivel up and die... EAT SOME GOD DAMN MEAT YOU ******* RETARD!
If anything you'll probably lose weight, unless you eat a bunch of dairy, junk, or processed stuff.
You wont gain weight by becoming vegetarian.

its what else you eat that will do that,

ive been a vegetarian for 3 years + Im not overweight x

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Is being a vegetarian time consuming?

How long on average does it take you to cook your meals?Is being a vegetarian time consuming?
no way! you actually have more time because you dont have to cook meat :) Eat all the foods you might love like pizza, spaghetti, lasagna, sandwiches, and salads and just forget about the meat! it usually taste better without it anyways lol plus your gonna save a lot of money at grocery stores without buying the expensive meat
As a vegetarian, most of the things you can eat can be eaten raw without preparation. You could make veggie soups and veggie casseroles on the weekend and store in the freezer in single serve bowls for quick heating. You could make a chick pea or corn salad and keep in fridge for several days. So really not time consuming at all.Is being a vegetarian time consuming?
not really. I eat a lot of peanuts and other snacks, which don't need to be cooked. I also cook up beans from scratch. Technically it takes time, but it doesn't take much of MY time. I just let the beans soak in water, either overnight or when I'm at work. Then when I'm home I drain them and let them cook covered for an hour. I can do other things while they cook.



There's lots more variety to choose from. If you want to get into it, google "how to cook beans" or "quick vegetarian recipes".
I'm not a vegetarian, but I would guess it might actually be faster. A lot of meats require long, slow cooking to properly tenderize them. You don't have that problem with most vegetables.Is being a vegetarian time consuming?
No...20 minutes at the most.

Meat takes forever to cook.

Are you crazy?
nope. usually 20 minutes. also depends how much I'm cooking.