There are other ways of getting protein
besides peanuts/peanut butter. I bought a jar of roasted Tahini (sesame seeds). Yum! Nice change of pace. Also, I buy almonds, walnuts and cashews to munch on. Sometimes I buy almond butter (can be expensive, but sometimes like the change as well.)
The combo of rice with beans makes a complete protein. The main thing is that the foods combine over a few days. I don't think there is anything wrong with a day without protein. We have been brainwashed by the meat and dairy producers to consume x amount. I say phooeey! As long as you are eating a variety of good, nutritious foods, then you are eating right and getting what your body needs.
WRT, soy, I was so impressed with Arbonne International's nutrional products that I signed up to sell their stuff. Their chocolate weight loss shake has no soy protein and uses stevia and lo han as sweeteners. It tastes pretty good, for a protein shake. It is something to grab when I need something fast and nutritious and best of all, you just mix it with water. It is much more healthful than a Slimfast (and cheaper too.)
Ugh, gotta stop talking about food before I pop!
Peace,
Amy
