Balanced vegetarian and vegan nutrition
A well-constructed vegetarian or vegan diet is suitable at every life stage. Poorly constructed, it exposes you to avoidable deficiencies. The difference comes down to a few precise checkpoints.
Gabriela Ferent — Qualified dietitian · Affiliated with the CNS
B12, iron, calcium, omega-3, iodine
Pulses + grains across the day
Pillars of balanced veganism
Vary sources (legumes, grains, soy).
Pair with Vitamin C to double absorption.
Favour calcium-rich water and crucifers.
B12 supplementation is essential and non-negotiable.
Building complete meals
Pulse/grain complementarity does not need to happen at every meal: balance across the day is enough. Vitamin B12, however, cannot be improvised on a vegan diet and is subject to a medical decision.
- Protein spread across the three meals
- Calcium sources without dairy
- Omega-3: walnuts, rapeseed, flax, algae
- A gradual transition, adapted to family meals
What the first consultation evaluates
The assessment clarifies the type of diet chosen, how long you have followed it, the real variety of protein sources and any tests ordered by your doctor. It identifies watch points without questioning your dietary choice.
- Vitamin B12, iron, zinc, iodine, calcium and omega-3
- Quality and spread of plant proteins
- Higher-need situations: pregnancy, childhood, sport
Medical coordination and supplementation
Vitamin B12 requires medical monitoring in vegan diets; its prescription and dosing are your doctor’s decision. The practice sells no supplements and focuses on building complete, sustainable meals.
What belongs to your physician
Diagnosis, tests and medical treatment remain your doctor's responsibility. Dietetic support adapts to them and, with your agreement, a report is sent to your doctor.
Frequently asked questions about vegetarian and vegan eating
On a vegan diet the question always arises; prescription and dosage are your doctor’s decision.
Ready to start your care pathway?
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