New recommendations for vegetarian and vegan nutrition in children
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- Children can grow up on vegetarian or vegan diets, but regular checks are needed to ensure they receive all essential nutrients.
- The German Society for Pediatric and Adolescent Medicine (DGKJ) updated its recommendations, emphasizing the need for guidance to prevent potential deficiencies.
- While plant-based diets may lower the risk of cardiovascular disease later in life, adequate nutrient intake is crucial during childhood development.
Children can thrive on vegetarian and vegan diets, but careful monitoring is essential to ensure they receive all necessary nutrients, according to updated recommendations from the German Society for Pediatric and Adolescent Medicine (DGKJ).
The society highlights that while meat-free diets may contribute to a lower risk of cardiovascular diseases later in life, it is crucial to provide adequate accompaniment for children and adolescents on such diets. This guidance aims to prevent potential nutrient deficiencies during their critical developmental stages.
The updated recommendations, recently reported by the German Medical Journal, underscore the importance of professional support for families choosing vegetarian or vegan nutrition for their children. This ensures that growth and development are not compromised by a lack of essential vitamins and minerals.
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Originally published by Der Standard in German. Translated, summarized, and contextualized by our editorial team with added local perspective. Read our editorial standards.
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