Dutch modeling study finds plant-based protein swaps risk nutrient shortfalls in vulnerable age groups
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Vijay Kumar Malesu
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A Dutch dietary modeling study published in Nutrients evaluated how replacing animal-based protein sources (meat, fish, dairy) with plant-based alternatives affects nutritional adequacy across different age groups. The study found that such substitutions reduced intake of protein, essential amino acids, and several vitamins and minerals. Older adults, adolescents, children, and women were identified as especially vulnerable to nutritional shortfalls. The findings highlight the need for planned substitutions, fortified foods, and age-specific dietary guidance to ensure plant-based diets remain nutritionally complete.
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· 3 pulledAs consumers trade meat, fish, and dairy for plant-forward substitutes, new Dutch modeling shows why smart swaps, fortification, and tailored guidance may be essential to keep plant-based diets nutritionally complete.
Older adults, adolescents, children, and women were especially vulnerable to shortfalls, highlighting the need for planned substitutions, fortified foods, and age-specific dietary guidance.
Shifting to Plant-Based Protein Diets Alters Nutrient Adequacy Across Age Groups: A Dutch Dietary Modeling Study.
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