What are special considerations that sport nutrition specialists need to keep in mind when working with athletes on special diets, like plant-based ones? What would be some advise that you think they would give to their athletes?

Discussion 4: Athletes on Plant-Based Diets
Introduction

Protein is always a hot topic in sport nutrition! One topic related to this is the idea of plant-based diets in sports. As plant-based diets have become more popular over the years, whether for ethical, health, or sustainability reasons, we are seeing more athletes who follow plant-based diets. This presents a unique challenge to sport nutrition specialist who are trying to ensure that their athlete is properly fueled!
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Task 1- Original Post

address the following in your original post:

What are your thoughts regarding plant-based diets? Would you ever be interested in trying one? Why or why not?
You can talk about plant-based diets in general, or a specific diet such as vegetarian, vegan, etc.
What are special considerations that sport nutrition specialists need to keep in mind when working with athletes on special diets, like plant-based ones? What would be some advise that you think they would give to their athletes?

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