How can teenagers receive proper nutrition for growth through a vegetarian diet?

Hi,

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I understand your query and concern.

Yes, following a vegetarian diet is not an issue, but give your body time to adapt to it, and gradually, you can shift. Yes, you need to add some supplements to cover initially, then you can manage. I feel that making a gradual shift to a Mediterranean diet helps. It mainly relies upon the greater intake of plant-based food products and limited consumption of meat products. It is composed of dietary practices that significantly lower the risk of health problems like diabetes, cancer, depression, heart attacks, obesity, etc. The diet includes the

1. Regular intake of fruits and vegetables.

2. Frequent consumption of whole grains and legumes.

3. Daily use of olive oil, nuts, and seeds as a source of fats.

4. A moderate intake of dairy products.

5. Occasional consumption of eggs, meat, fish, and wine.

6. Seldom intake of honey and added sugars.

Foods to avoid on the Mediterranean diet:

Prior to following a strict Mediterranean diet plan, you need to shun certain types of food, such as:

1. Butter and refined oils.

2. Refined grains like white bread and pasta, pizza, and food products made from white or refined flour.

3. Processed and packaged food products.

4. Red meat.

5. Desserts with high added sugars.

These are a few tips, but you need to take a personalized dietary consultation once.

Hope this helps.

Kind regards.