Comments on: Do You Really Need Animal Protein To Build Muscle & Lose Fat?

By: Pierre

Pierre — Fri, 14 Oct 2011 05:02:38 +0000

Think about gorillas. They don’t eat loads of animal protien, yet they are powerful and big. Cows eat grass. Where do they get protein-from the grass.

Greens are the basis of a super food diet that fuels all your cells, especially your immune system. If you want to add some animal protein, enjoy some wild Alaskan Salmon, espcially due to its Omega3 content. I’m not against animal protein, but you;re right, muscle and fitness doesn’t DEPEND on massive amounts of steak and chicken.

By: Marilyn R Williams

Marilyn R Williams — Mon, 19 Sep 2011 04:59:29 +0000

Great article. I’ve always wondered – if it takes meat to make muscle – then why are the largest animals on the planet (and the ones humans eat), all vegetarian? Cows, elephants, horses and some whales for example all seem to get plenty of protein to build up their bulk.

I am a vegetarian and have no trouble gaining muscle, even though I am female, too! I just need to stay away from cookies…:)

Thanks for the thought provoking article.

By: Mys Mara Benson

Mys Mara Benson — Wed, 25 Aug 2010 22:57:14 +0000

I am a raw green food enthusiast, and since being on a diet of 70% leafy greens, I have more lean mass than I ever had, and my form of exercise is yoga. I know of complege vegans as well as vegetarians who are bodybuilders and have great big muscles. So anyone who thinks you must have meat has faulty education, lack of information, or a blind spot on the subject. Any can check the internet for vegan or vegetarian bodybuilders and see what I am talking about. Sincerely, rawgreenprincess.

By: Matt Stone

Matt Stone — Wed, 18 Aug 2010 17:44:44 +0000

Good post Rob and thanks for your work Kevin. You do a great job.

Actually, what matters most when it comes to building muscle is driving amino acids into cells. And starch is the most effective substance for driving protein into cells. Of course, most starchy foods like potatoes, buckwheat, quinoa, wheat, and so forth are also rich in protein. Buckwheat is even a complete protein.

In fact, I think it’s pretty clear that to gain the largest proportion of muscle to fat, overfeeding with maximizing the starch to fat ratio in the diet is the most efficient route. Kind of like your Q’ero buddies Kevin!

But note, you can get plenty lean on a high-meat diet. I’ve achieved etched 6-pack leanness on a meat-based diet. However, I felt like hell! Looks aren’t everything.

By: Kevin Gianni

Kevin Gianni — Fri, 01 Feb 2008 02:20:22 +0000

It’s a myth that animal protein is needed to build muscle. What you need is amino acids which are the building blocks of protein. Luckily these come in plant based foods as well. Though they’re not as densely compacted as in animal products, they’re easier on your body to digest… that’s good news since you won’t over tax your system digesting meat.

Does meat make you fat? No. It’s a combination of things that make you fat… lack of minerals and vitamins, combined with too much meat, combined with lack of exercise and a negative self attitude will get you there pretty fast.

I have to admit, since I changed my diet to a primarily raw, vegan diet I’ve lost muscle, but this is only because I decided I wanted to start running marathons instead of hitting the gym

Live Awesome!
Kevin
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