Do Vegetarians Require Supplements for Optimal Health?
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According to a 2021 review in *Nutrients*, poorly planned vegan diets can result in deficiencies of vitamin B12, zinc, and calcium, among other nutrients. While a well-planned vegetarian diet can provide all necessary nutrients, many wonder if vegetarians require supplements to bridge potential nutritional gaps. The answer depends largely on the specific foods you consume and how carefully you plan your meals to include key vitamins and minerals that are often more abundant in animal products.