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Meats

Vegetarian choices in the Meat & Beans group
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Vegetarian choices in the Meat and Beans group:
  • Vegetarians get enough protein from this group as long as the variety and amounts of foods selected are adequate.
  • Protein sources from the Meat and Beans group for vegetarians include eggs (for ovo-vegetarians), beans, nuts, nut butters, peas, and soy products (tofu, tempeh, veggie burgers).
  • See vegetarian diets for more tips and ideas.








     

 

Last Modified: April 06, 2009 03:41 PM


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