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Hi Laura,

I'm on a high protein diet right now (and I've worked it into Heather's diet). I rely on soy A LOT because it's actually a pretty safe insoluble. I add soy protein powder to smoothies or soy yogurt(and add my acacia or have a piece of toast or a handful of pretzels first). Odwalla superprotein bars/luna bars are good if you're on the go and I usually can eat them on an empty stomach. Seitan sandwiches are super easy, too, and yummy if you use hummus instead of mustard. As for proportions, it depends on how stable I am (factor in stress, PMS, sleep, exercise, too!). If I'm feeling iffy, then I'll have more rice/bread. I would estimate though, that I eat about 1/2cup lentils (or other beans) to 1 cup rice, 1 pita to 2-4 T. hummus, 2/5 package of tofu to 1 c. rice. I don't usually eat less than 1c. rice or 3 slices of bread per serving of legumes/soy. I think what you'll have to do is test things out a bit and see what your body can handle. Everyone is different, plus you build up tolerance as you go. When I first started, I couldn't eat hummus at all, and forget about legumes. Now, though, it's pretty easy.

I do have to admit, that I added fish and poultry back into my diet for this high protein thing. I have serious fatigue that I needed to get under control. However, I do think you can get enough protein, if you plan carefully and keep track of it throughout the day.

I hope this helps! Don't hesitate to ask more questions! You also might want to put up a post addressed to Chinagrl. I believe Jenny is vegan too.

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--Julie

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