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These 7 Nutrients Are Non-Negotiable for VegetariansWhat you need to know to maintain a healthy mind and body while on a plant-based diet. |
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While vegetarians can get some zinc through the consumption of foods such as beans, nuts, dairy and whole grains, it's not always enough. According to the National Institutes of Health, "the beans and grains [vegetarians] typically eat have compounds that keep zinc from being fully absorbed by the body." Because of this, the NIH informs, "vegetarians might need to eat as much as 50 percent more zinc than the recommended amounts."
Not looking to consume more beans than you can handle? Luckily, the mineral is also available in a variety of multivitamins and supplements (such as the Bulletproof Zinc with Copper, $12.95).
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