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The Plant Powered Muscle Blueprint: What to Eat to Actually Build Strength

Rachel Season 1 Episode 5

Are oats, peanut butter, and beans really enough protein to build muscle on a plant-based diet?

Spoiler: Nope.

In this episode of Joy Unfiltered, we’re breaking down the top high-protein vegan foods that actually support muscle growth, recovery, and strength - without leaving you bloated, underfed, or confused.

I’ll walk you through the real MVPs of vegan muscle-building (think tofu, tempeh, seitan, TVP, and protein powders), bust the myths around so-called “protein-rich” foods, and give you simple, actionable tips to upgrade your plate and hit your goals.

If you’ve been strength training but not seeing results, this episode is your plant-powered reset button. 💪🌱

In this episode, you’ll learn:
✅ Why protein matters for muscle, metabolism, and recovery
✅ The 4 vegan protein sources that deliver real results
✅ What foods not to rely on (looking at you, peanut butter...)
✅ How to build 20–30g protein meals without tracking macros all day
✅ And how to make this work—sustainably and joyfully

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🎙️ Hosted by Rachel Bents


 Founder of the ENJOY Method  -  helping women over 40 lose weight, gain energy, and feel amazing in their bodies through mindfulness, movement, and plant-based nutrition. No BS. Just results.

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