A well-planned vegetarian diet is appropriate for all moments of life, according to the Academy of Nutrition and Dietetics.
Childhood and vegetarianism are compatible as long as certain health indicators are maintained that must be periodically evaluated by the pediatrician, such as:
BMI for height, height and weight for age that must be evaluated throughout childhood, to rule out the possibility of malnutrition.
Complete blood tests, where it is important to evaluate hemoglobin, vitamin B12 and vitamin D, among other clinical indicators.
Nails must be firm and not break, hair must grow continuously and firmly. If not, it may be a sign of malnutrition.
An important point to preserve the health of the child in the context of a vegetarian diet is to choose a team of suitable professionals in the subject, pediatricians and nutritionists who are specialized in vegetarianism, in this way the diet will be adequately planned as well as the supplementation of vitamins and minerals.
At what times is a vegetarian diet not advisable?
If suddenly the child suggests that he wants to start to lose weight, because his favorite artist or referent follows that type of diet, to reach a certain body model. Or if he suddenly starts demonizing certain foods. In this case it may be that vegetarianism is being used as an excuse to hide an eating disorder, if so it is always important to consult with the pediatrician, the nutritionist and even a psychologist specializing in childhood.
Vegetarian nutrition in both children and adults brings health benefits as long as it is implemented with the proper professional follow-up.
Specialist in clinical nutrition and veganism (MP 4452/ MN 9394 (UNLP) (@cocinandoando_)
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