Vegan Health Tips with Michael Klaper, M.D.

Michael Klaper, M.D. is the author of Pregancy, Children, and the Vegan Diet; one of only a few books that covers vegan pregnancy on the market today. He has postgraduate training in medicine, surgery, anesthesiology, and obstetrics. He continues to educate people on the benefits of a vegan diet.

Disclaimer: The medical opinions stated here are for educational purposes only. It is not intended as a substitute for informed medical advice. You should not use this information to diagnose or treat a health problem or disease without consulting with a qualified health care provider.

Question:

My obstetrician sent me to a nutritionist to make sure my vegan diet is adequate. After showing her a food diary, she noticed I ate only fruit until noon and suggested I eat a high protein breakfast instead. Can eating only fruit until noon harm my baby?

Answer:

Not really, but the total protein intake during the day should be adequate, approaching 100 grams of well-balanced protein.

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