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Nutritional deficiencies of vegetarian

Basics of Vegetable Diet

A vegetable diet is one of the three healthy eating patterns highlighted in the 2020–2025 Dietary Guidelines for Americans. In fact, vegetarian food has been practiced for centuries in various cultures around the world, with written references going back to the sixth century AD in Europe. At its core, vegetarian food leaves meat, poultry, and fish. However, there are a few types of vegetarian foods that have additional benefits and/or limitations.

This article will focus on a variety of vegetarian diets, examining research on the benefits of a vegetarian diet and emphasizing the nutrients that vegetarians need to ensure they get adequate nutrition. Vegetarian and vegetarian diets are also important for your health, but some people think that completely cutting animal products.

Vegan diets can be defined as foods that avoid all meat foods and animal products, while vegetarian diets are similar to vegan diets but include eggs and dairy products. Research on vegetarianism is limited.

Six vegetarian and fat-vegan studies of various follow-up periods (12–74 weeks) in patients with T2D were reviewed. No consistent improvements in glycemic control or risk factors for CV were found, except when energy intake was limited and patients lost weight. Indeed, in all but one study, vegetarian diets were associated with weight loss.

Research on vegetarian eating patterns is limited and method differences between studies make concluding comments difficult. However, two very long RCTs suggest that this type of dietary pattern may improve glycemic control and lipid concentration.

Vegetarian Peoples and Health

Many doctors and nutritionists agree that low-fat diets such as fruits, vegetables, and nuts can be good for your health. There are also studies that suggest that reducing or eliminating red meat from the diet may reduce the risk of heart disease.

Studies have also shown that a vegan or vegetarian diet can reduce the risk of developing type 2 diabetes. Additionally, a 2011 study discovered that vegetarians had lower blood pressure, lipids, glucose levels, and body mass index (BMI).

Vegetarian Peoples and Nutrition

Raw foods can be healthy, but vegetarians – especially vegetarians – need to make sure they are getting enough vitamin B12, calcium, iron, and zinc. The Academy of Nutrition and Dietetics warns of the risk of vitamin B12 deficiency Nutritional deficiencies of vegetarians and animals. Vitamin B12 is found naturally only in animal products.

Vitamin B12 deficiency can lead to blood loss and blindness. It can also cause muscle weakness, itching, and numbness. To counteract the growing risk, vegetables should include B12 supplements, or fortified cereals, and vegetable burgers.

Stay tuned for more information, but B12 is found in various amounts in mushrooms, especially on the outer pages, but it is very close to looking at it as a dietary source of vitamins. Vegans and ovo-vegetarians, who eat eggs but not milk, need food (dark green vegetables, tofu, edamame, soy nuts, butternut squash, calcium-fortified non-dairy beverages) or supplements that shut down lost calcium from them. food. Calcium is absorbed to prevent osteoporosis or bone loss.

Nutrients that lead deficiencies in vegetarian:

Meat,fish, and dairy products contain many important nutrients. If you follow a vegan diet, it can be very difficult to find the same levels of these nutrients from plant-based products. Here are some common nutrients you may miss:

• iron

 • vitamin B12

• iodine

 • calcium

• vitamin D3

 • creatine

• Docosahexaenoic acid (DHA)

• taurine Do not be afraid!

There are many ways to supplement this with the use of supplements and other vegetable methods.

Vegan Diet Deficiencies – Symptoms and Diagnosis

There are many well-known vegan vitamin deficiencies you may encounter on your journey to veganism, or vegetarianism. From iron deficiency to B12 deficiency, the sad reality is that vegan diets do not provide all the nutrients that the omnivorous diet does.

You are probably familiar with the common deficiency of vegetable and vegetable nutrients: iron, vitamin B12, vitamin D, etc. You may also have heard that protein deficiency in vegans is a problem, but this has been completely eliminated.

This article will tell you about the different symptoms of vegan deficiency, the symptoms of that deficiency, and what kind of diet or supplements you will need to make to address the risks of deficiency in one of these essential nutrients. To help with the integration of the triangle, here are three common misconceptions about vegans and their associated symptoms:

Vitamin B12 Deficiency in Vegans:

Source: Vitamin B12 is derived from products derived from animals such as eggs, milk, turkey, chicken, beef, and pork. For most Nutritional deficiencies vegetarians are advised by doctors to add B12 to their diet.

Symptoms of Vitamin B12 Deficiency:

• Weakness.

• Fatigue.

• Lightheadedness.

• Anemia

• Pale or yellow skin.

• Problem with balance or interaction.

• Dizziness.

 • Swollen and smooth tongue

• Feelings of pins and needles

• Shortness of breath

• Emotional changes (depression, depression)

Vegan supplement options:

• fortified plant milk.

• over-the-counter supplements

Vitamin D Deficiency in Vegans:

Source: Sunlight, but also fish and dairy products Symptoms of Vitamin D Deficiency:

• The immune system is poor, very sick

 • Fatigue, fatigue

• Depression, fatigue

• Bone, back, muscle pain, pain

• Bone loss, hair loss

Vegan supplement options:

Sunburn, solid foods, over-the-counter additives

Iron deficiency in the Vegans:

Source:

• Chicken,

• red meat.

 • Seafood.

 • Lentils.

• Beans.

• Tofu.

• whole grains.

• Nuts.

 • Seeds.

• Eggs.

• Spinach.

• Kale.

 • Broccoli.

Symptoms of iron deficiency:

• Fatigue.

• Anxiety.

• Pale skin

 • Shortness of breath

 • Heartbeat

• Headache, dizziness, confusion

 • Dry skin, damaged hair

• Pain/swelling of the tongue and mouth

• Cold edges

 • Strange desires

 Additional Vegan options:

Vitamin C (helps absorb iron), leafy black vegetables, beans, and metal cooking utensils. Supplements are the ultimate solution for iron, as they can sometimes come with side effects. While there are other possible shortcomings for vegans and vegetarians, it is very rare. Potential include zinc, calcium, omega-3 fatty acids, and other nutrients.

Vegan protein deficiency is actually rare, despite the famous narrative that sends that message. Overall, a variety of foods go a long way in meeting the nutritional needs of our bodies. This can definitely be achieved by vegans of any shape and size, but if you start to feel unwell or not like you, getting a test is a wise move.

Corresponding author:

Lecturer: Asma Sagheer 

Email: [email protected]

Sana Saleem, Student, Department of Home Economics, Mirpur University of Azad Jammu and Kashmir.

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