Protein Myths

The other day I was hiking with a friend, and she asked me what I was doing different. I told her about the class I am taking and the small adjustments I have been making to my diet. Then she asked an important question, "Where do you get your protein if you are not eating meat or dairy as often?"

The first session of the Total Health Mastery class spelled out some misconceptions about protein sources. Arnoux pointed to the book, Diet for a New America (pg. 177) by John Robbins who I have mentioned before in other blogs. I did not know that I could get all the protein I need from vegetables and fruit. Spinach is 49% protein! Watermelon is 8%! Apples even possess 2%. Beef is only 27%.

MYTH 1 - animal products and dairy are the best source of protein
MYTH 2 - a vegetarian diet lacks enough protein

There's so much more than this, but you get the idea. Let's educate people on nutrition. Try making simple changes for a month and see you notice a difference.

Newport-Mesa Unified School District you must serve your public -Go Organic, Provide Milk Alternatives and Fresh Fruits and Vegetables! It's up to you Dr. Hubbard!