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Well-planned and balanced meals are essential to meeting protein needs on a vegetarian diet. Fortunately, there are many plant-based sources of protein you may choose from! The key to obtaining enough protein is to choose from a wide variety of foods. Quality sources of plant-based protein include: beans, legumes, nuts, seeds, and whole grains. Eggs and dairy are also quality sources of protein that are included in some vegetarian diets, such as lactovegetarian and lacto-ovo vegetarian.

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It is important to discuss these dietary suggestions and information with your own doctor to confirm that it will present no risk to you personally. Your doctor’s medical advice is particularly important if you’re currently taking medications for diabetes, high cholesterol, high blood pressure, or any other metabolic disorders.

The nutritional information on this site is intended to be educational information for the general public. It is not medical advice, diagnosis, or treatment with respect to any individual. As individual circumstances vary, you should always seek the advice of your physician or other qualified health provider with any questions you may have regarding a medical condition. Never disregard professional medical advice or delay seeking it because of something you have read on this Web site