Update on vegetarian and vegan athletes: a review

Interest in vegetarian and vegan diets continues to grow, not only the general population, but high-performing athlete. Vegetarian may lower risk of chronic diseases have proposed ergogenic benefits athlete regarding exercise performance enhanced recovery. However, controversy confusion exist literature vegetarianism. Traditionally, a or diet was considered low certain micronutrients (iron, zinc, calcium, iodine, vitamin A, B2, B12, D), as well protein, omega-3 fatty acids, total energy needs. typically contains higher complex carbohydrates, dietary fiber, magnesium, nitrates, folic acid, C E, carotenoids other phytochemicals which offer This review summarizes current on specific athlete, clarifies nutritional requirements, provides insight potential benefits. With proper meal planning, an can meet all their needs with foods derived from plants without any loss physical performance.