Derwin James Vegan?

[like54ninjas]

So why do humans have canine teeth ?

Is it to bite down on those hemp hearts ?

Because we evolved from early primates, to hominids, to modern humans as primitive hunter gathers to developing civilization, agriculture, and science. We have vastly more knowledge than we did 100K, 50K, 10K, or 200 years ago of how the actual human body performs.

Hemp has a decent amount of protein.

[wu-dai clan]

Great thread.

How can you have an appendectomy,
if you don't have an appendix ?

Also...
If you don't eat yer meat,
you can't have any pudding.

[like54ninjas]

Good point but even plant based advocates will admit that not all protien is the same based on the amino acids they're composed of. Beef is by far the most superior protein for human consumption even among other animals.

A few rebuttals……

1. The main difference between plant and animal proteins is in the number of amino acids they both contain. The body needs 20 amino acids, 11 of which it can synthesis if it does not get them from the diet.
The remaining nine must be supplied by the food you eat. Animal protein has all nine, making them complete proteins. Plant proteins can lack one or two of these, or have them in very low amounts.
However, by eating a wide variety of plant protein, you will fill up any gaps in your body’s protein needs. Athletes know this, which is why they trust plant-based vegan protein powders to supply complete protein.
Vegetarians and vegans are at high risk of malnutrition simply by lacking one or two of these essential amino acids. There is a dedicated range of vegan products including the Premium Plant Protein Powder.

2. Amino Acids in Protein
What you actually need from protein are the amino acids. You need 20 different ones. Your body makes some of them, but you must get nine from your diet. These are called essential amino acids.

Complete proteins provide all nine essential amino acids. Sources of complete protein include:

• Dairy products
• Poultry
• Beef
• Pork
• Eggs
• Quinoa
• Whole sources of soy such as tofu, edamame, and tempeh

Most plant sources of protein are incomplete. However, you can get all the essential amino acids you need from plant foods, as long as you eat a variety of them. Sources of plant protein are:

• Nuts
• Seeds
• Whole grains
• Legumes such as beans, peas, and lentils
• Vegetables

The following are examples of plant-based foods rich in protein:

• grains
• lentils
• nuts
• beans
• legumes
• certain fruits, such as avocados
• soy
• hemp
• rice
• peas

Benefits of Plant Protein
The type of protein you eat may be more important than the amount. Plant-based protein provides plenty of nutrients, fiber, and antioxidants that can improve your overall health. The benefits of plant-based diet may include:

Protection against heart disease. A review of eight studies found that people who followed a vegan or vegetarian diet were 30% less likely to die from ischemic heart disease than people who ate meat. Plant-based diets are lower in saturated fats, iron, and hormones.

Protection against cancer. Eating a diet rich in plant foods decreases your risk of cancer. Phytochemicals are substances found in plants that may help prevent cancer. Diets high in fiber can also help you control your weight and protect your gut health. Obesity is a risk factor for many diseases.

Protection against stroke. A healthy plant-based diet may decrease your risk of having a stroke by 10%. A healthy diet consists of lots of leafy greens, whole grains, and beans, and few refined grains and added sugars.

Protection against type 2 diabetes. People who follow plant-based diets have lower levels of type 2 diabetes than people who eat animal protein. People on plant-based diets are also less likely to be overweight. But the reduced risk of type 2 diabetes held up even among people of the same weight.

Animal proteins are complete proteins. That means they contain all the essential amino acids that you need in your diet. Plant proteins are often, but not always, incomplete sources of protein, There are benefits and concerns with both types of protein. But diets that rely mostly on plants for protein have been linked to a lower risk of stroke, heart disease, and early death.

[like54ninjas]

Great thread.

How can you have an appendectomy,
if you don't have an appendix ?

Also...
If you don't eat yer meat,
you can't have any pudding.

When you get your appendix removed, you get ice cream.