Vegetarian diets : trends in acceptance and perception. What do the dietary guidelines suggest? -- Vegetarian diets : what is their impact on the environment? -- How sustainable are vegetarian diets? -- Vegetarian diets and risk of cardiovascular disease -- Risk of cancer in vegetarians -- Plant-based diets and risk of osteoporosis -- The role of vegetarian diets in body weight management -- The role of soy in human health -- The role of legumes in maintaining health -- Critical nutrients in a plant-based diet -- Vegetarian practices among asian indians and their risk of disease -- Are plant-based diets safe and adequate for pregnant women and young children -- Nutritionally adequate vegetarian diets and athletic performance -- Optimal performance on a vegetarian diet
Summary
"A discussion is due regarding current attitudes and trends in society on vegetarian diets and how the Dietary Guidelines for Americans and various health professional organizations consider plant-based diets. A surge of interest in the sustainability of various diets demands a close look at the environmental issues surrounding a nonmeat-based diet. This book synthesizes research around vegetarian diets and human health. Chapters cover nutrient profiles of vegetarian diets; impacts on the environment; prevention of chronic diseases; supplementation for nutrients not found in vegetarian diets; foods and food components in health; and vegetarian diets for special populations and ethnic groups."--Provided by publisher
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