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Nutritional Considerations for the Vegetarian and Vegan Dancer
1University of Bern, Institute for Sport Science, Bern, Switzerland; and National Centre for Performing Arts, Onderlangs 9, 6812 CE Arnhem, The Netherlands;,
Summary
Vegetarian diets can be nutritionally adequate for dancers, but careful planning is crucial for optimal performance and to avoid deficiencies. Vegan dancers need extra diligence to ensure sufficient intake of key nutrients like vitamin B12 and iron.
Area of Science:
- Sports Nutrition
- Dietary Science
- Dance Performance
Background:
- Vegetarian diets exclude animal products, with veganism being the strictest form.
- Concerns exist regarding the nutritional adequacy of vegetarian diets for athletes, including dancers.
- Properly planned vegetarian diets can support health, well-being, and physical performance.
Purpose of the Study:
- To review the literature on vegetarian diets in the context of dance.
- To identify potential micronutrient deficiencies in plant-based diets for dancers.
- To present strategies for optimizing nutrient and caloric intake for vegetarian dancers.
Main Methods:
- Literature review encompassing epidemiologic, clinical, and sport nutrition research.
- Analysis of macronutrient and micronutrient requirements for dancers.
- Identification of challenges and solutions for vegetarian and vegan dancers.
Main Results:
- Vegetarian diets can meet dancers' nutritional needs, particularly protein, with adequate energy and variety.
- Key nutrients requiring attention for vegetarians (especially vegans) include vitamin B12, vitamin D, omega-3 fatty acids, calcium, and zinc.
- Diminished iron bioavailability and lack of vitamin B12 in vegan diets can negatively impact performance.
Conclusions:
- Vegetarian diets, when well-managed, are suitable for dancers.
- Vegan dancers must be particularly diligent in planning to prevent deficiencies and maintain performance.
- Strategies exist to ensure adequate nutrient and caloric intake for dancers on plant-based diets.
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