Research
Micronutrients & recovery
Vegans and vegetarians have significantly lower intake and status of EPA and DHA compared to meat-eaters, despite potentially higher ALA intake.
If you are vegan or vegetarian, your EPA and DHA levels are likely low, even if you eat flax or walnuts. Consider an algae-based Omega-3 supplement to ensure adequate EPA and DHA intake, as these are critical for health and are not adequately produced from plant ALA.
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intakes of EPA and DHA were considerably lower in vegans (27 and 4 mg/d) and vegetarians (16 and 31 mg/d) compared to meat-eaters (94 and 172 mg/d)... average combined intakes of EPA and DHA were below the lower AMDR (i.e., 250 mg/d).
Why this rating
Systematic review of 141 studies.
Source
Nutrient Intake and Status in Adults Consuming Plant-Based Diets Compared to Meat-Eaters: A Systematic Review
Nicole Neufingerl et al. · Nutrients · 2021
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