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Vegetarian Journal, July-August, 2002 by Reed Mangels
In Sweden, approximately 0.1% of older teens (ages 16-20) are vegan. Swedish researchers were curious about the diets of vegan teens in their country so they studied 30 vegans and 30 non-vegetarians. The primary motivation for following a vegan diet was reported to be ethical reasons. Male vegans weighed less than male non-vegetarians, while there was no difference in weight among the females. Vegans ate more vegetables and legumes and were more likely to use supplements. They also had lower intakes of fat, saturated fat, and cholesterol and higher intakes of fiber, folate, and vitamin C. Calcium intakes of vegans were below recommendations, even when supplemental calcium was included. Iron status was similar between the two groups. Two vegans had low intakes of vitamin [B.sub.12] and low blood vitamin [B.sub.12] levels. This study illustrates the many positive features of vegan diets while showing the need for attention to key nutrients like calcium and vitamin [B.sub.12].
Larsson CL, Johansson GK. 2002. Dietary intake and nutritional status of young vegans and omnivores in Sweden. Am J Clin Nutr 76:100-106.
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