Understand how to follow a balanced vegetarian or vegan diet which can lead to many health benefits. Validated by Occupational Awards Limited (OAL).
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What will the course cover?
Define the various types of vegetarian diets
State what a plant-based diet is
Identify the main reasons why people follow a plant-based diet
Describe the key nutrients required in a balanced vegetarian and vegan diet
Recognise what carbohydrates, fruit, vegetables, dairy, dairy alternatives, proteins and spreads/oils to include in a vegetarian and vegan diet
Summarise the common nutrients which maybe lacking from a vegetarian and vegan diet
Explain how to include protein, iron, calcium, vitamin B12, omega-3 fatty acid, iodine, selenium and vitamin D in a vegetarian and vegan diet
Outline the health benefits of a vegetarian and vegan diet
State how a vegetarian and vegan diet has an impact on coronary heart disease, obesity, blood pressure and cholesterol
Identify why a vegetarian or vegan diet might not always be the healthiest option
