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Protein in the Vegan Diet: Separating Fact from Fiction

Vegan - a vegetarian who omits all animal products from the diet.
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There is a common perception that a vegan diet is deficient in protein. In fact, it is so prevalent that I'm certain most vegans would be delighted if they had a quarter for every time they are asked questions such as, "What do you eat for protein?" This belief stems from a conviction that plant-based protein is inferior to animal-based protein. Is this true? Do vegans suffer from a protein deficiency? For answers to these questions and more, read on.

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