[Vegan diet in children : what potential deficits to monitor ?]

The vegan diet, although beneficial for adults in the prevention of metabolic diseases, raises questions about its benefits for a growing child : adequate caloric and protein intake, quality of essential amino acids, presence of essential fatty acids, inhibition of absorption of trace elements (including iodine, iron and zinc) and supply of various vitamins. Whereas vegan food is vitamin B12 deprived, the biggest challenge remains the vitamin...