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what is carnism?
Carnism, coined by social psychologist Melanie Joy, is the invisible belief system that conditions people to eat certain animals while loving others, justifying the consumption of meat and other animal products as normal and natural.
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but where do you get your protein!!??
again. for now anyway, we have ways to get this information. but here’s a few to get you started…
Legumes:
Beans: Kidney beans, black beans, pinto beans, white beans, lima beans, and fava beans are all good sources of protein.
Lentils: A cup of cooked lentils contains about 18 grams of protein.
Chickpeas: A cup of cooked chickpeas provides about 15 grams of protein.
Soy Products:
Tofu: A good source of protein, especially for vegetarians and vegans.
Tempeh: Made from cooked, fermented soybeans.
Edamame: Young soybeans, often served in the pods.
Nuts and Seeds:
Nuts: Almonds, hazelnuts, walnuts, peanuts, and cashews are rich in protein, healthy fats, and vitamins.
Seeds: Chia seeds, pumpkin seeds, sunflower seeds, and hemp seeds are also excellent sources of protein and other nutrients.
Whole Grains:
Quinoa: A complete protein, meaning it contains all nine essential amino acids.
Amaranth: Another good source of protein and fiber.
Buckwheat: A good source of protein and fiber.
Other Plant-Based Protein Sources:
Seitan: Made from wheat gluten, a good meat substitute.
Nutritional Yeast: A good source of B vitamins and protein. (aka Nooch! I use it on almost everything!)