Based mostly on protein and amino acid content material, we determined that nuts and legumes aren't quite similar enough to be in the same food group. Specifically, those that avoid these meals might not meet requirements for the essential amino acid lysine. So giving each of a majority of these foods their very own group ensures that you're going to get sufficient of both. Don't obsess about your lysine (or protein) consumption, though.

It is all properly and good switching from quick meals to leafy greens