Healthy Sources of Vegetarian Protein  If you’re a vegetarian or
vegan, you probably have heard this question a million times:
“Where do you get your protein?” There are plenty of imitation
meat products out there designed to look and taste like red
meat, chicken and fish. The trouble with these products is many
of them contain additives and preservatives that aren’t the best
for your health. This article will help you identify healthy
sources of protein.  What is Protein and Why Does My Body Need
It?  Protein is one of three essential macronutrients, the other
two being carbohydrate and fat. Protein maintains normal body
growth and muscle mass and is important for a stable immune
system. It is also important for the proper functioning of the
heart and respiratory system.  How Much Protein Should I Consume
Each Day?  Ideally, 10 to 15 percent of your daily caloric
intake should come from protein. This means if you eat 2,000
calories per day, you should consume 50 grams of protein.
Another way to calculate how