“I do feel that spiritual progress does demand at some stage that we should cease to kill our fellow creatures for the satisfaction of our bodily wants.”

— Mahatma Gandhi

lentil-coconut curry

compassionate proteins

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The age-old question posed to all vegans is “Where do you get your protein?” And to this I say, you can find protein in almost all foods. Some have more than others, though, with animal foods being the most concentrated source of protein. But our bodies prefer plant-based proteins, like beans, legumes, grains, nuts, and seeds. These proteins are easier to digest, and do not have the saturated fat and cholesterol that lead to blocked arteries. Since they take less energy to digest, they leave us feeling light and energetic. Many studies suggest that we don’t need as much protein as we are led to believe. Everyone’s needs are different, but I encourage you to replace some animal-centered proteins with vegetable-quality proteins found in this chapter.