""[Plant-based diets], while higher in beneficial nutrients and wholefood groups than regular meat-eaters, may lead to nutritional inadequacies if not planned appropriately.""
""Vegans and lacto-vegetarians also had higher intakes of fiber, folate, magnesium, vitamin E, iron and omega-6 fatty acids compared to meat eaters.""
Recent research indicates that while vegans can consume beneficial nutrients, they are at risk for nutritional deficiencies in essential amino acids and vitamins like B12 and omega-3. A six-month Australian study involving 240 adults aged 30 to 75 found that plant-based eaters had higher intakes of fruits and vegetables but were significantly lacking in protein-rich foods compared to meat-eaters. This suggests that a vegan diet, while lower in certain harmful foods, must be carefully planned to avoid health risks due to nutritional inadequacies.
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