The next claim made against veganism is that a vegan diet does not provide enough protein. Without meat or esos
the argument goes, a person cannot get enough amino
acids. This is absolutely untrue. MNN poses an interesting
breakdown of a day's protein consumption for vegans
based on the US Department of Agricultures dietary
guidelines. According to these guidelines, an adult male
needs 56 grams and an adult woman needs 46 grams of
proteín. By putting together a sample breakfast, lunch, and
dinner composed of such foods as soy derivatives, bulgur
wheat, lentis, nuts and beans, the average cally protein
needs can be easily met
Which statement beste
aluates the author's response to the countercam
that a vegan diet does not provide enough proten2