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Question:

Is a vegetarian or vegan diet safe during pregnancy?

Answer:

A vegetarian or a vegan diet is safe as long as you take supplements to get the nutrients you need (such as vitamin B12, folic acid, iron, zinc, magnesium, calcium and vitamin D), and make sure you get enough protein with each meal.

By Aneema Van Groenou, M.D.
General Medicine

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