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Position of The American Dietetic Association: Vegetarian Diets (1997)

 
Submitted on May 28, 2011 (Original item from 1997) | | | | |
by The American Dietetic Association
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Short Description:
This paper discusses the official position of The American Dietetic Association (ADA) on vegetarian diets, which states that "appropriately planned vegetarian diets are healthful, are nutritionally adequate, and provide health benefits in the prevention and treatment of certain diseases."

Abstract:
The specific eating patterns of vegetarians vary, and in many cases individual assessment is necessary to evaluate the overall quality of the diet. However, overall, studies indicate that vegetarians have lower mortality rates and lower rates of occurrence of several chronic degenerative diseases than non-vegetarians. These health benefits are largely due to the low fat, low cholesterol tendencies of the vegetarian diet.
Nutritionally, plant sources of protein can provide adequate levels of essential amino acids when consumed with proper attention. Meal planning can ensure proper nutrition if a wide variety of foods are consumed. Specific nutritional profiles of various foods are included in this article, as well as a food guide pyramid for vegetarian meal planning.
http://www.vrg.org/nutrition/adapaper.htm

Spot Check Number: 1704
Sponsor: The American Dietetic Association
Researcher/Author: The American Dietetic Association
Animal Type: Farm Animals
Record Type: Journal Article
Research Method: Experimental/Modeling/Applications, Literature Review
Geographic Region: United States National
Number of Participants: Unknown
Population Descriptors: Vegetarians
Year Conducted: 1997
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There is a newer (2009) official statement from the ADA

Submitted by 7ravis on Thu, 2011-06-02 11:11.
Here is a link to the abstract and full pdf: http://www.eatright.org/about/content.aspx?id=8357
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