Ok...Originally Posted by jhomich
Well... In terms of eating processed crap - they are not too bad. They are not packed full of trans-fats or high fructose corn syrup or the like... And their protein sources are pretty good (mostly soy isolate & concentrate - which are actually pretty good protein sources in terms of availability and utilisation).
But they do have a pretty high content of fat in relation to their protein content (9g fat for every 16g protein) - which is a problem.
In comparison to having a can of tuna, some salmon or a grilled chicken breast?? No comparicon really - the real food wins out every time.
Would I eat them? - Hell no. Too much junk, not enough protein and too much fat in them for my liking...
I certainly would not have 1-2 a day.
But if you want to include them in your diet - and you are not getting ready for a competition - then you could... But I suggest you do so carefully (and may be think about only having them once or twice a week). Just ensure they fit in terms of your overall macro-nutrients and calorie content... and add a bit more protein to the meal too...![]()



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