I will be having surgery spring 2015 and I am trying to increase my Protein intake prior to surgery so that by the time I have my surgery it won't be such a challenge. I am a vegetarian so protein intake is already a struggle.

What are some of the best sources (vegetarian) of protein that you have found and what are your favorite protein powders?

Thanks!

Dairy and eggs are a good source of Protein because they also contain amino acids which your body needs to build with the protein.

(Any animal protein is more complete than other forms of protein because it has already got the complementary amino acids present).

Of course after animal Proteins good sources are; nuts, seeds, legumes and soy products are rich in protein too.

Some people recommend hummus as a great food, its tasty, easy to make and has great protein content.

I'm no scientist, so my apologies to anyone who wishes to correct the terminology this generally unofficial information....

Animal protiens are best if you have any leeway in your choices. Also, Greek Yogurt has a variety of flavored. Dannon Light and Fit is low in carbs too. It helps with any desire you may have for fruit too. You can also get goo protein bars (whey protein). Again make sure they are low in sugar. Sugar alcohol as a sweetener is okay in the bars. Atkins and other some other brands are good.

That was supposed to say good protein bars, not goo...lol

Mmm goo... Haha

Try Quest bars they have 20 gr of protein (tip: microwave them 10 sec. and they taste better). The Vitamin Shoppe has tons of protein shakes that might help you. Legumes, black beans also have protein and soy. You should be also have an appointment with a nutrition specialist before your surgery that should guide you on what to eat.

Edited November 8, 201411 yr by lildawtee

I'm doing the same, trying to up my protein. I found these great protein (already mixed) drinks at GNC. They have 25 grams of protein and super yummy. My doctor says Greek yogurt is also a good source.

You guys are great! Thanks so much for all of your replies!

I was a vegetarian for about 15 years but introduced meat back in my diet about 2 years ago. I found that being a vegetarian I was only getting about 10-20 grams of Protein a day. I started out on the shakes and powders but gradually got off of those for no reason at all. This was the reason for my lack of protein. I was pretty lazy in that department.

Some other foods that are good

TVP (textured vegetable protein)

edemame

Eggbeaters

refried Beans

tofu

soy

These are just some of the things I ate early on when I became vegetarian. I found, later on, that my food choices were not the best and changed my diet.

Best of luck!!