Children Suddenly Prefer Vegetarianism: Ensuring Nutritional Balance
When children suddenly express a desire to adopt a vegetarian diet and declare they will never eat meat again, it’s important for parents to ensure that their dietary needs are met with adequate nutrition, whether this change is temporary or permanent.
Nutrition experts provide valuable advice on which fruits and vegetables can supply the essential nutrients for children.
- Calories and Fats: Peanut butter, nuts, sunflower seeds, and soy products.
- Protein: Legumes, dairy products, and soy products.
- Calcium: Milk, orange juice, tofu, and dark leafy greens.
- Iron: Cereals, legumes, dried fruits, and more.
- Vitamin B12: Fortified soy milk and breakfast cereals.
- Zinc: Legumes, whole grain products, wheat germ, nuts, and tofu.
T.VY (According to HealthDay)
