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Self-care in the community

Curator: Prof Jon Adams

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Self-care in the community

 

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Characteristics of Americans choosing vegetarian and vegan diets for health reasons

Cramer, H., Kessler, C. S., Sundberg, T., Leach, M. J., Schumann, D., Adams, J., & Lauche, R.

This paper examines the prevalence, patterns, and associated factors of using a vegetarian or vegan diet for health reasons in the US general population. Less than 2% of participants reported using a vegetarian or vegan diet for health reasons within the past 12 months. Despite potential benefits of plant-based nutrition, more research is warranted on the actual use and its effects and safety.

Cramer, H., Kessler, C. S., Sundberg, T., Leach, M. J., Schumann, D., Adams, J., & Lauche, R. (2017). Characteristics of Americans choosing vegetarian and vegan diets for health reasons. Journal of nutrition education and behavior, 49(7), 561-567.

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