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Meatless protein: It's a thing!

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Nancy Van Sloun, MD

Posted April 11, 2016

  • Russet potatoes are lower in fat and sugar and have more protein and fiber than sweet potatoes.
  • Wild rice, which is actually a grass seed, is naturally low-fat, gluten-free and protein-rich.

If you’re looking to up your protein consumption, you don’t have to head to the meat department at the grocery store. Dr. Nancy Van Sloun clues us in on the benefits of plant-based proteins and how to know if we’re getting enough.

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