Importance of Vegetarian Foods Rich In Proteins

Daily consumption of proteins in our diet is very essential as it plays several key roles in the functioning of our human body. Proteins are known as the building blocks of our life. Every cell in our body contains proteins in the form of amino acids, which promotes cell growth and repair. Proteins are vital for human development and growth during childhood, adolescence and pregnancy. Our hair, fingernails, muscles, etc are mostly composed of proteins. Lack of protein in the diet may lead to weakness, fatigue and increased susceptibility to flu's and infections.

It is a common belief that it is tough for the vegetarians to obtain proteins from the vegetarian food, as non-vegetarian foods have high content of proteins. You need not worry regarding your sources of protein even if you are a vegetarian. There are numerous vegetarian foods other than the animal foods that are rich in protein. Appropriate quantities of these vegan food substances rich in proteins can help you fulfill your protein requirements.

The protein requirement per day on average for women is 46g and 56g for men. Pregnant or lactating women require increased amounts of protein intake.

To acquire adequate amount of proteins in a vegetarian diet, it is advisable to eat multiple servings of legumes, amaranth, pistachios, pumpkin seeds every day. 

Few other vegetarian foods rich in proteins are Soy, Milk, Soy Milk, Rice, Beans, Hummus, Pita, Peanut Butter, Green peas, tofu, Cottage Cheese, Almonds, Sunflower Seeds, Spinach, Flaxseeds, Sesame seeds, Chickpeas, Orange, Papaya, Apple, Grapes, Banana, Pineapple, Peach, Pears, Peanuts, etc.

Consuming excess amount of animal proteins leads to the formation of kidney stones and cancer or liver and colon. Hence, animal protein should be substituted by vegetable proteins. Therefore, vegetarian foods rich in proteins are considered to be safe and can be consumed in excess. Proteins It is vital to take recommended amounts of protein in your diet daily to achieve optimum internal and external health.

Author, Dr. Varsha Sharma is a Consultant Homoeopath, practising since last 18yrs. She is an Associate Professor in a Homoeopathic Medical College. She has got vast experience in treating several ailments ranging from hair fall, psoriasis, acne, skin complaints, recurrent respiratory complaints, bronchitis, asthma, allergic coryza, migraine, sinusitis, nasal polyps, kidney complaints, female disorders, respiratory diseases, digestive disorders, arthritis, pains and aches, erectile dysfunction, impotence, kidney stones, depression, psychiatric disorders, recurrent attacks of cold, paediatric complaints, old age diseases, etc. She further offers Online Homeopathic treatment; Dietetic counselling; martial counselling and addiction counselling. She can be reached on her email –drvarshas@gmail.com