PLANT BASED PROTEIN
This is kind of an oxymoron. Why? Because all plant based food contains protein. Some of the biggest mammals are herbivores, and a lot of dinosaurs ate plants. The only 'problem' is that they do not contain complete proteins to our bodies or to say, animal based protein has better matching amino acids for us. Anyhow,it has been proven very unhealthy and multiple studies suggest plant proteins. Just go for variety and one plant protein will combine with the other to become complete. They do that for you :-).
- Quinoa, hemp or chia are complete by themselve
- Other high quality proteins need to be combined throughout the day. A few choices:
Leafy Greens Legumes Tofu/Tempeh Brown Rice Whole Wheat
BRAINS
Vitamon B12 is important for our brain function and blood formation.It does not occur naturally in the human body, nor is it made naturally by other animals or plants. Bacteria is responsible for synthesizing B12. When animals eat food containing this bacteria, they become a source of B12 & pass it along to humans. So you could really go to an organic farm and eat the veggies with the dirt on. If you don't feel like stuffing your face with dirt or ordering batabata-cha tea from Japan, take a supplement. Like once a month. And / or fortified products like:
Plant-Milks Nutritional Yeast VEGA-prodcuts
Other sources like seawood or ferments are not scientifically proven effectively.
DIGESTIVE HEALTH
The mind and the gut are one big love affair. They are dramatic and romantic and will never let go of each other. If things are great with both of them, they will make you feel like you can move mountains, if any of them is upset, the other will be too. It is a hellhole, if you let it be. Try to keep your gut healthy by stabilising it with a good amount of probiotic food. Healthy bacteria is needed to absorb nutrtients and have normal bowel movement. Wonderful Vegan sources are:
(Homemade) Ferments like Miso &
Sauerkraut Coconut/Nut Yogourt
Kombucha
Homemade is always better when it comes to fermented food. If you don't have access to these while traveling, take a supplement.
NATURALLY AWAKE & STRONG
CARB AND IRON UP!
Iron deficiency is the most common in the world and plant-based eaters are not more prone to eat than others ('vrg.org). Not having enough Iron will leave you feeling miserable. Tired and Dizzy. So make sure to get enough Dark Leafy Greens & Legumes going. Tahini is magical in cooking, raw food, and salads and 2 tbsps contain 20% of your daily need. Broccoli & Bok Choy are excellent as they are also high in Vit. C which helps absorbing Iron.
Beans + Tomato Sauce = <3
Stir-Fry Tofu + Broccoli = ++<3
Add in a great amount of the friendly carbs
Fruit Veggies Rice Legumes Potatoes
Total Nutritious Love Explosion !#*!
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