Reduce Protein Intake: Health Risks & Dietary Strategies

Protein is an essential nutrient, but most Americans get far too much in
their diets - usually 40 to 60 percent more than the recommended amount. Overconsumption of protein can contribute to a number of health problems,
including gout, kidney disease, some types of cancer and osteoporosis.

Things You'll Need

• Vegetarian Cookbook
• Soy Products
• Vegetables
• Whole Grains

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Instructions

• 1

  Decrease or eliminate animal products from the diet. This includes red meat, dairy products, fish, eggs and poultry. Replace with grains and vegetables.

• 2

  Eat a wide variety of foods. This will ensure you are getting adequate protein as well as other essential nutrients.

• 3

  Eat enough calories to sustain your weight (unless you are on a weight loss

• 4

  program).

• 5

  Use "veggie burgers" or "veggie dogs" if you want convenience foods. They are made with soy and/or various vegetables. They are available in many supermarkets and health food stores.

• 6

  Replace cold cuts with "veggie cuts."

• 7

  Try to incorporate soy, rice milk and tofu into your diet.

• 8

  Alternate meat dishes with vegetarian (low-protein) options. Experiment with recipes as you find some to suit you and your family.