Protein Guide: Benefits of Shakes, Whey & Lean Sources

Protein shakes can be beneficial for hair and muscle growth, but too much protein may cause kidney damage. Identify the best lean sources like beans and eggs while understanding the differences between whey and casein for your diet.

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Vegan Sources of Protein & Fat

A vegan gets his protein and fats from plant foods rather than animal foods. Vegans eat no meat or dairy products, differentiating a vegan from some of the other forms of vegetarianism.

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Ways to Eat Soy Protein Powder

Whether you are a vegetarian or not, soy is an excellent source of protein. Soy protein powder is made by the separating the soy protein from the soybeans, leaving the powder "nearly carbohydrate and fat-free," and containing up to 95 percent protein, says the Soy Foods Association of North America.

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