Plant-based Protein Foods For Weight Loss

1. Natto

Natto is the most commonly ingested fermented soybean product in Japan. 

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2. Spirulina

Spirulina contains the greatest concentration of glutamine discovered in plant foods.

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3. Tempeh

This probiotic-rich legume, like natto, is fermented to eradicate the common soy-related issues.

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4. Nutritional Yeast

In general, nutritional yeast should be used as a condiment, an ingredient in cheese dishes, or as a beverage ingredient.

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5. Pumpkin Seeds

Pumpkin seeds are a rich source of healthful lipids, magnesium, lysine, and zinc (the latter two of which are typically lacking in plant-based diets).

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6. Hemp Seeds

Hemp seeds contain 9 grams of protein per serving and a comprehensive profile of amino acids.

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7. Amaranth

Amaranth provides 9 grams of complete protein per serving and more than 100 percent of the daily recommended manganese intake.

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8. Quinoa

Quinoa is another of these remarkable "ancient grains," despite the fact that it is technically a "pseudocereal," a seed used similarly to barley.

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9. Black Beans

They are also rich in lysine and leucine, two amino acids that are uncommon in vegan diets.

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10. Green Peas

Green peas contain 9 grams of protein per serving and are rich in leucine, lysine, and glutamine.

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