Vegetarian Nutrition Across All Ages
Vegetarian diets can support good health at every stage of life, but the details matter. Nutrient needs shift as we move through childhood, adolescence, adulthood, pregnancy, and older age. Meeting those needs on a vegetarian diet requires planning and awareness.
In Episode 211 of the Real World Nutrition podcast, the discussion focuses on vegetarian eating across the lifespan. This episode looks at the specific nutrient priorities for kids and teens, including protein, iron, and calcium for growth and development. It covers considerations for pregnancy and lactation, when nutrient needs increase and variety becomes even more important. For adults, the focus shifts to balance and long-term health, while older adults may need to pay special attention to vitamin B12, protein, and bone health.
This episode breaks down what is essential at each stage, without the hype or exaggeration. It shows how vegetarian diets can work well when thoughtful choices are made and where supplements or fortified foods may be necessary.
If you’re raising a vegetarian child, are vegetarian yourself, or want to understand how this way of eating fits across the lifespan, this episode provides straightforward, practical information you can use.
Read More: Vegetarian Nutrition Through the Lifespan Oct 9, 2025
Listen to part 2 of the series, Vegetarian Myths and Misconceptions Oct 10, 2025
Read More: Vegetarian Myths: Is It Automatically Healthier? Oct 7, 2025
Listen to part 1 of the series, What Does Vegetarian Mean? Oct 3, 2025
Read More: What Does Vegetarian Really Mean? Oct 2, 2025
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