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Is it possible to follow a vegetarian or vegan diet during pregnancy?

By Silvia Azaña Gutiérrez B.Sc., M.Sc. (embryologist).
Last Update: 07/15/2024

If the woman is vegetarian or vegan, it is possible to maintain a vegetarian or vegan diet during pregnancy, but it will be very important for the woman to check with her specialist or with the help of a nutritionist that she is consuming enough protein, calcium and vitamin B12.

 Silvia Azaña Gutiérrez
Silvia Azaña Gutiérrez
B.Sc., M.Sc.
Embryologist
Graduate in Health Biology from the University of Alcalá and specialized in Clinical Genetics from the same university. Master in Assisted Reproduction by the University of Valencia in collaboration with IVI clinics.
License: 3435-CV
Embryologist. Graduate in Health Biology from the University of Alcalá and specialized in Clinical Genetics from the same university. Master in Assisted Reproduction by the University of Valencia in collaboration with IVI clinics. License: 3435-CV.