{"id":4239,"date":"2020-04-29T14:36:07","date_gmt":"2020-04-29T19:36:07","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/blog.evivenutrition.ca\/?p=4239"},"modified":"2020-05-01T14:07:50","modified_gmt":"2020-05-01T19:07:50","slug":"plant-based-strong-your-101-protein-guide","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/blog.evivenutrition.ca\/en\/lifestyle\/plant-based-strong-your-101-protein-guide\/","title":{"rendered":"Plant-Based & Strong: Your 101 Protein Guide"},"content":{"rendered":"\n
\n\nA lot of us may look at protein and think that we need to be working out or physically active in order to really need it on our diet. However, the reality is that we all actually need it in moderate amounts for a variety of reasons. Protein is incredibly important to build muscle and maintain strength and this goes for those who either are working out constantly or not at all. Moreover, it\u2019s a misconception that people who eat plant-based can\u2019t possibly be getting enough protein or aren\u2019t physically strong enough to compete with people who eat animal products. You\u2019ll learn why in this 101 protein guide!\n\n<\/p>\n\n\n\n
\n\nOne of the most important roles that protein plays in the body is that it actually helps to balance those blood sugar levels. Protein does not break down in the body like sugar does, as excess sugar causes us to crash. This is something we want to stay on top of as an imbalance of blood sugar levels can lead to a variety of symptoms like low energy, headaches, brain fog, weight gain or loss, and anxiety. When we get adequate amounts of protein in our diet, we can notice a more sustainable energy level in our bodies pretty quickly.\n\n<\/p>\n\n\n\n
The good news is that protein can be found in so many plant-based foods and you may already be getting in a good amount! I always recommend at least 15-20 grams of protein per meal. It may sound like a lot, but just one wheel of Evive\u2019s Cashew Mocha<\/a> <\/strong>or Blueberry Haskap<\/a><\/strong> has 18 grams of plant-based protein<\/strong> in it! This means you only have to worry about your next two meals. <\/p>\n\n\n\n