MyPyramid USA: Vegetarian diets can meet all the recommendations for nutrients

The key is to consume a variety of foods and the right amount of foods to meet your calorie needs.

Follow the food group recommendations for your age, sex, and activity level to get the right amount of food and the variety of foods needed for nutrient adequacy.

Nutrients that vegetarians may need to focus on include protein, iron, calcium, zinc, and vitamin B12.....

Source: Vegetarian Diets
Author: mypyramid.

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