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How many grams of protein are needed for someone who is veg for weight loss?
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Limit carbohydrates: When losing weight, maintain the amount of protein in your diet to about 45-50 grams daily, and decrease carb, especially refined grains and sugar, to limit muscle loss and increase fat loss. An overview for vegetarians is on the usda website at http://www.Choosemyplate.Gov/food-groups/downloads/tentips/dgtipsheet8healthyeatingforvegetarians.Pdf.
Answered 5/14/2013
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