Protein

In the last few weeks, I have had brought to my attention, concerns of those weighing pros and cons of consuming a vegetarian diet. It always seems to happen this way, as soon as a good thing gets going, the mainstream media gets involved bringing information that is partially true to skew the view of those who otherwise wouldn't delve deeper to find out more and make a conscious decision. Well since I don't know how to keep my mouth shut, I have to make an effort on the behalf of anyone interested in knowing more, and give them the option to make a decision, do the research, spread the word and make a change.
First and foremost, when relating to protein, the dietary recommendations have shifted from around 120 grams, research done in Germany financed mostly by the meat and dairy industry, around the turn of the century to the 20-35 grams recommended today. (Conscious Eating-Cousens).
Second, are you aware of the state of health of the animal based protein available for consumption? If not, do your homework. Factory farming is, in my opinion, not the source for meat if you choose to eat it. If you haven't read "Diet for a new America" by John Robbins, please do, it's a major eye opener. Dr. Rous, Nobel Prize winner and long-time researcher at the Rockefeller Institute for Medical Research, states that 95% of all the chickens for sale in New York City are cancerous. And more research has been conducted by Dr. Virginia Livingston-Wheeler, a top cancer researcher, that the microscopic or identifiable cancer they are developing is transmissible to humans. Bottom line here, please find a way to eat "quality" instead of "quantity". Think on the past, and realize before our modern day, people had control of raising their animals, what they ate, their living conditions, and even though "people" still have that control, I am not satsified with the quality control, or the living conditions of these animals. I can go on and on with this, but let me at least let you into my brain a bit. I respect any individual that wishes to eat animal based protein, but given the statements just made, I request anyone doing so to be conscious of their actions, not only to themselves and their wellness, but to all who inhabit the planet. There is alot of information out there regarding this subject, I invite you to check it ALL out, and do your best with it.
Lastly, as far as the quality of vegetable based protein is concerned, there are a multitude of foods containing all eight essential amino acids (hemp, almonds, sesame seeds, pumpkin seeds, sunflower seeds, amaranth, soybeans, buckwheat, peanuts, all leafy greens, and most fruits), and I believe after all the research I have personally done, they are more easily assimilated, and provide this digestsibility not only in their composition, but in the fact they contain enzymes needed to digest them, thus relieving the body the burden of producing excess enzymes. There are arguments that these enzymes don't get past our highly acidic stomach, but if you do the studying-(go to a company's site like "Enzymedica", and take their enzyme education modules), you'll find out many of these enzymes break down in varying Ph's, and some survive stomach acid, especially proteases, designed to break down protein. Not to mention, our body can store protein, and too much (of anything) is NOT a good thing, all research on this matter points to the development of many of our most common and serious diseases (Paavo Airola-Conscious Eating-Cousens MD).
Doesn't is stand to reason that nature provides for us, what we need for sustenance, in the most simple forms, unadaltered, Raw? If not in whole, how about making a concerted effort to add as much Raw food as possible into your diet, and lessen the load of the other foods>>>your choice of course, but be informed, and make a conscious choice.

Disclaimer-None of this information is meant to treat, diagnose, or cure any health condition. It is however, meant to encourage, support, nurture, and employ you, the consumer, to be aware, and make an effort live in health and harmony with the planet you reside on...Rawjen