Healthy and Balanced Vegan-Vegetarian Diet

What is Vegan-Vegetarian Nutrition?

As Metropol Health Group, we support individuals who prefer a vegan-vegetarian diet to lead a healthy life. Vegan-vegetarian nutrition is a plant-based diet in which animal products are completely or partially eliminated.

• Vegan Diet: All animal products including meat, milk, eggs and honey are avoided.
• Vegetarian Diet: Meat and fish are not consumed, but animal products such as milk and eggs can be included in the diet.

This way of eating is preferable for health, environmental sustainability and ethical reasons.

How to Plan a Vegan-Vegetarian Diet?

In our hospitals and medical centers throughout Izmir, our dietitians prepare personalized diet plans for individuals who follow a vegan-vegetarian diet:

1. Nutrient Balance is Assessed: Important nutrients such as protein, iron, calcium, vitamin D and B12 that the patient needs are determined.
2. Plant foods are used: The diet is enriched with legumes, whole grains, vegetables, fruits, nuts and seeds.
3. Supplements are Recommended: If necessary, nutritional supplements are prescribed to address deficiencies such as B12, vitamin D or iron.
4. Regular Monitoring and Follow-up: Patients’ health status is regularly monitored and the nutrition plan is revised when necessary.

Problems with Improper Implementation of a Vegan-Vegetarian Diet

Improper vegan-vegetarian nutrition may result in the following symptoms:

• Inadequate Protein Intake: Muscle loss and weakness.
• Iron deficiency anemia: Fatigue, pale skin, shortness of breath.
• Calcium and Vitamin D Deficiency: Increased risk of osteoporosis and fractures.
• B12 Deficiency: Nervous system disorders, fatigue, memory problems.
• Energy Deficiency: Low energy level as a result of not meeting daily calorie and nutrient needs.

Treatment and Support for Vegan-Vegetarian Diet

1. Personalized Nutrition Plans: Balanced and sustainable diet plans are created according to the needs of the patient.
2. Vitamin and Mineral Supplements: Especially B12, iron, calcium and vitamin D deficiencies are eliminated.
3. Information and Education: Patients are informed about plant-based proteins and alternatives to essential nutrients.
4. Regular Health Monitoring: Regular check-up appointments are made to monitor the diet and general health status.

Healthy Vegan-Vegetarian Nutrition with Metropol Health Group

Metropol Health Group’s expert staff offers comprehensive support for vegan-vegetarian individuals to lead a healthy life. You can contact us to create a healthy and balanced plant-based diet plan and find solutions to suit your individual needs.