Omega-3 Fatty Acids in Teens Eating Plant-Based Diets
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Tracking Omega-3 Status in Plant-Based Teens: Diet, Biomarkers, and Mental Health
Preferences for plant-based, animal protein restricted diets and vegetarianism are increasing in North American adolescents despite questions about the suitability of diets limited in key nutrients (such as omega-3 fats) associated with growth and development. The use of blood biomarkers has been recommended for studies examining dietary intake of long-chain omega-3 fats like EPA (eicosapentaenoic acid) and DHA (docosahexaenoic acid). Assessing the dietary intake of EPA and DHA is important to understand mechanisms and interpret blood status. In addition, mental health, which has been shown previously to be associated with omega-3 fat intake, information will be assessed.
Ken Stark, PhD
University of Waterloo, Ontario, Canada
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