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Vegetarians and Vegans Can be Zinc Deficient

Posted by: Sina Ghaboussi   |   Jan 01, 2010

Zinc plays a role in many cellular processes. It is essential in the activity of many enzymes, protein and DNA synthesis, the immune system, wound healing, cell division, and is required for a normal sense of taste and smell. Zinc is necessary in growth and development in pregnancy and childhood. A daily intake of zinc is required to maintain a steady state since the body does not have a zinc storage system, like it has for calcium or iron.

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DHA Omega-3: Vegan Pregnant Women Have High Needs but Low Levels

Posted by: Rebecca Schauer   |   Dec 23, 2009

The omega-3 fat DHA (docosahexaenoic acid) is the major omega-3 fatty acid in the central nervous system (brain and nerves) and in the retina of the eye. Because DHA rapidly accumulates in an infant’s brain during the last trimester of pregnancy and in the first year of life, adequate DHA intake by pregnant and lactating women is very important for the optimal development of their child. Additionally, some research suggests that adequate levels of DHA in the maternal diet may play a role in helping a mother’s emotional well-being after birth.

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