People keep saying how great a source of protein quinoa is, so I bought it. But, when I compare the grams of protein and the serving size, I would get more protein eating normal pasta or oatmeal. Then I read it was great because it is a complete protein, but what is the difference? And how can I possibly tally how much protein I am getting if packages don't list whether they are "complete" or not (I'm pregnant so I need to make sure I am getting enough)? Another person told me that rice and beans are not a complete protein unless it is brown rice.
So is this whole complete protein thing something I need to worry about, or can I just tally the amounts of protein I am getting in all the foods I eat?
So is this whole complete protein thing something I need to worry about, or can I just tally the amounts of protein I am getting in all the foods I eat?