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Vegans Outshine Omnivores in Nutrients, But Protein Lags

6/21/2025

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A groundbreaking study from the University of Iceland, led by Ragnhildur Gudmannsdottir, reveals that vegans surpass omnivores in meeting nutrient recommendations, boasting higher fiber and vitamin intake. However, they lag in protein. Alarmingly, omnivores produce over twice the greenhouse gases, highlighting the urgent need for tailored plant-based nutrition guidelines to enhance micronutrient consumption for both diets.

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A groundbreaking study from the University of Iceland, led by Ragnhildur Gudmannsdottir, reveals that vegans surpass omnivores in meeting nutrient recommendations, boasting higher fiber and vitamin intake. However, they lag in protein. Alarmingly, omnivores produce over twice the greenhouse gases, highlighting the urgent need for tailored plant-based nutrition guidelines to enhance micronutrient consumption for both diets.