There is a little info here about protein ;
http://www.savvyvegetarian.com/articles/protein-veg-diet.php#
I recently read that even the FDA only recommends about 6% protein in the diet and 4% is supposedly adequate. Green leafy vegetables and broccoli contain higher levels of zinc, calcium and protein than fruit and are therefore an important part of raw diets, but about 500 g per day of green vegetables, including a mixture of lettuces, broccoli and darker leaves such as kale and spinach, is sufficient to bring mineral and protein intakes into line with general recommendations. Such vegetables also provide vitamin K, which promotes healthy bones. Other raw vegetables can be useful: for instance, carrots are a good source of calcium and peas a good source of zinc and protein.
I have also read in my internet travels and remember hearing this a long time ago even; that the protein in animal matter of any kind actually makes the body urinate it out. A very strict raw vegan diet can actually be the very healthiest for all the food groups as you body can better absorb the nutrients because of the enzymes. Juicing can especialy aid in absorption;
http://www.bestofjuicing.com/
It is commonly believed in the vegan community that we westerners eat FAAAR too much protein anyhow, especially in the forms of meat and dairy.
I can tell you first hand that I eat A LOT of green leafy veggies, nuts, lentils, etc.. and fell fabulous. I have lots of energy. I just turned 39 and have perfectly regular periods and never get PMS since starting this regime and quitting the pill. I work out and build muscle rather well. Recently, I saw the doc and I was given a perfect bill of health. Not to be vain, but I am told almost every few days that my skin is like alabaster; zit free and glowing! LOL
Anyhow...like you say, it may just be a good idea especially for people with cancer, allergies and other illnesses to eat more of this type of food. There are actually cancer clinics where the patients are fed wholly on raw vegan foods as this can improve the immunity and even stop or slow cancer growth! That is just amazing!
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There is a little info here about protein ;
October 7, 2009 - 10:43amhttp://www.savvyvegetarian.com/articles/protein-veg-diet.php#
I recently read that even the FDA only recommends about 6% protein in the diet and 4% is supposedly adequate. Green leafy vegetables and broccoli contain higher levels of zinc, calcium and protein than fruit and are therefore an important part of raw diets, but about 500 g per day of green vegetables, including a mixture of lettuces, broccoli and darker leaves such as kale and spinach, is sufficient to bring mineral and protein intakes into line with general recommendations. Such vegetables also provide vitamin K, which promotes healthy bones. Other raw vegetables can be useful: for instance, carrots are a good source of calcium and peas a good source of zinc and protein.
I have also read in my internet travels and remember hearing this a long time ago even; that the protein in animal matter of any kind actually makes the body urinate it out. A very strict raw vegan diet can actually be the very healthiest for all the food groups as you body can better absorb the nutrients because of the enzymes. Juicing can especialy aid in absorption;
http://www.bestofjuicing.com/
It is commonly believed in the vegan community that we westerners eat FAAAR too much protein anyhow, especially in the forms of meat and dairy.
I can tell you first hand that I eat A LOT of green leafy veggies, nuts, lentils, etc.. and fell fabulous. I have lots of energy. I just turned 39 and have perfectly regular periods and never get PMS since starting this regime and quitting the pill. I work out and build muscle rather well. Recently, I saw the doc and I was given a perfect bill of health. Not to be vain, but I am told almost every few days that my skin is like alabaster; zit free and glowing! LOL
Anyhow...like you say, it may just be a good idea especially for people with cancer, allergies and other illnesses to eat more of this type of food. There are actually cancer clinics where the patients are fed wholly on raw vegan foods as this can improve the immunity and even stop or slow cancer growth! That is just amazing!
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