There were times I felt my milk supply lessen, and usually it was a combination of not staying hydrated, not eating enough protein, and not
getting enough calories overall.
The most important factors when considering vegan protein sources come down to making sure
you get enough calories overall and a wide variety of amino acids.
Not exact matches
Signs you're not
getting enough carbs: If you're deficient in this macronutrient, your body will start using protein for energy, especially if you're deficient in
overall calories and fats.
If people can't chew or afford
enough food, they are not
getting enough overall calories or they are
getting their
calories from junk food, which is known to be deficient in nutrients.
It's a waste of energy and focus that could be put towards ensuring you're sticking to the basics —
getting enough water, vegetables, protein and
overall calories each day (and sleep!).
At the same time, you also focus on
getting enough fiber - rich, nutrient - dense foods in your diet like fruits, vegetables, whole grains and legumes so that you're meeting your health needs in addition to your
overall calorie and macro targets.