Pregnant women and babies can be vegans but careful nutrition planning is essential
- Written by Clare Collins, Professor in Nutrition and Dietetics, University of Newcastle
Take care to ensure fibre intakes aren't excessive during pregnancy and infancy. Natalia Lebedinskaia/Shutterstock
As more Australians opt for meat-free diets, some are cutting out animal products altogether and going vegan. But is this safe for pregnant women and babies?
It is possible to meet the specific nutrient requirements of pregnancy,...
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