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episode 59 vegetarian zen podcast

Nutrition Secrets of Plant-Based Athletes (VZ 59)

//  by Larissa Galenes

It is a widely-held misconception that the terms “vegetarian” or “vegan” and “athlete” don’t belong together.  Plant-based athletes? What is that? Isn’t it true that athletes need a lot more protein than other people, and that animal protein is the best (or only) viable source?  And what about calories?  How can a person possibly consume enough calories to support a highly active body if they eat only plants?

 

Quite easily, actually!  A diet free of animal products can provide plenty of protein, and without the added fat and cholesterol found in meat (and it’s cruelty-free!).  Eating a range of healthy plant-based fats, such as those found in avocados and nuts, will help ensure athletes are consuming enough calories.

 

In this episode of the podcast, we discuss various aspects of being a plant-based athlete.  We offer an overview of what a balanced vegan diet really is, and talk about protein, calories and carbohydrates.  We also review some of the challenges vegetarian and vegan athletes face, and offer tips to overcome them.

 

 

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Here’s what we mention in this episode:

  • LiveStrong
  • No Meat Athlete
    • Matt Frazier
    • Book: No Meat Athlete: Run on Plants and Discover Your Fittest, Fastest, Happiest Self
  • Brendan Brazier
    • Book:Thrive: The Vegan Nutrition Guide to Optimal Performance in Sports and Life
  • Vegan Athletes:
    • Scott Jurek
    • Rich Roll

 

Quote of the Week

Eliminating animal products from your diet does not mean you will be protein-deficient or miss out on nutrition. It is an opportunity to take control of what you eat and maximize the health benefits of a balanced, well-planned diet.

— article on livestrong.com

Recipe of the Week

  • Nana’s Molasses Cookies

Resources

  •  The High-Performance Vegan Athlete: It Is Possible!
  • The Vegetarian Athlete Diet
  • Great Vegan Athletes
  • Vegan Diets for Athletes

Thanks for listening!

Peace and Veggies,
Vickie and Larissa

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