Nutritional Concerns for Vegetarian or Vegan Teens
Nutritional Concerns for Vegetarian or Vegan Teens is organized by Nurse.com - OnCourse Learning Corporation.
Course Originally Released on: 05/13/2021
Date of Most Recent Review: 5/13/2021
Course Termination/ Update Date : 05/31/2024
Description :
Are you prepared to provide nutritional care for an adolescent who follows a vegetarian, vegan, or plant-based diet? Scientific evidence suggests a positive relationship between plant-based eating patterns and reduced risk of disease. Strict forms of vegan diets, however, may exclude important nutrients and not meet the energy or protein needs of adolescents. The food choices of teens often rely on highly processed, convenience food options, which may not promote overall health. Learn how to ensure that the diet of teens who follow a vegetarian, vegan, or plant-based eating plan will be nutritionally sound.
Goal and Learning Outcomes :
The goal of this course is to provide healthcare providers in all settings with an update on the nutritional concerns of teens who follow a vegetarian, vegan, or plant-based diet and how to ensure that these diets are nutritionally adequate.
After taking this course, you should be able to:
• List the benefits and assess the nutrient concerns for teenagers following a vegetarian, vegan, or plant-based diet.
• Identify alternative plant sources of various nutrients that may be lacking in a plant-based diet due to food restrictions.
• Recognize the warning signs of an eating disorder and the relationship to vegetarianism, veganism, and plant-based diets.
