i went vegetarian a few months ago and ive been losing weight and muscle like crazy. i haven't figured out how to maintain it. everything tastes good though

[–] lagomorphlecture@lemm.ee 3 points 7 months ago (1 children)

Adjust your diet. Add pea or soy protein powder if you need to and make sure you're eating a lot of beans and tofu and tempeh. Most likely losing muscle is due to protein deficiency so that's your answer.

[–] nutsack@lemmy.world 1 points 7 months ago (1 children)

i am still downing multiple whey protein shakes with cows milk. i haven't even gone non-dairy yet

[–] lagomorphlecture@lemm.ee 2 points 7 months ago (1 children)

Oh well then keep doing that unless the article got to you and you want to eliminate dairy lol

[–] nutsack@lemmy.world 2 points 7 months ago* (last edited 7 months ago)

i would like to. I am working out one variable at a time

[–] stevedidwhat_infosec@infosec.pub 3 points 7 months ago

It’s really tough. There’s a lot we’re still learning about the gut and nutrient absorption- but as long as we protect science, we can expect improvements.

The work with gene editing and growing meats and whatnot has been a long time coming - stay optimistic, stay curious! ❤️