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Behavioral Disturbances: An Innovative Approach to Monitor the Modulatory Effects of a Nutraceutical Diet
Published on: January 3, 2017
[Vegan diet in children : what potential deficits to monitor ?]
Laetitia-Marie Petit1, Andréas Nydegger2, Pascal Müller3
1Unité de gastroentérologie, hépatologie et nutrition pédiatriques, Département de l'enfant et de l'adolescent, HUG, 1211 Genève 14.
Abstract:
The vegan diet, although beneficial for adults in the prevention of metabolic diseases, raises questions about its benefits for a growing child : adequate caloric and protein intake, quality of essential amino acids, presence of essential fatty acids, inhibition of absorption of trace elements (including iodine, iron and zinc) and supply of various vitamins. Whereas vegan food is vitamin B12 deprived, the biggest challenge remains the vitamin B12 substitution in pregnant women, breastfeeding mothers and children at any age. Specific management by pediatricians using dietetic support and blood analyzes are required for children under vegan diet with respect of moral and ethical values related to this lifestyle choice.
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