Re: Lysine on a raw food diet?

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TerriLynne wrote:

> In an earlier message, Suzie wrote:

> Lysine is one of numerous amino acids that the body needs for growth

> and tissue repair. It is classified as one of the nine " essential "

> amino acids because it must come from outside sources such as foods or

> supplements. Many foods supply lysine, but the richest sources by far

> include red meats, fish, and dairy products (milk, eggs, cheese).

> Vegetables, on the other hand, are generally a poor source of lysine,

> with the exception of legumes (beans, peas, and lentils).

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> So how do you get a good and sufficient amount of lysine into your

> diet if you are basically eating raw fruits and vegetables?

>

> As always, thanks much,

>

> TerriLynne

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Sprout those lentils. They are high in lysine. Eat more quinoa, it is a

complete protein which means it has all the essential amino acids needed.

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with the exception of legumes (beans, peas, and lentils).TerriLynne <terri_lynne@...> wrote:

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So how do you get a good and sufficient amount of lysine into your diet if you are basically eating raw fruits and vegetables?

As always, thanks much,

TerriLynne