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Study: Switching to Plant-Based Milk Could Lead to Micronutrient Deficiencies
- Researchers found that switching from dairy to plant-based milk, cheese, and yogurt could lead to micronutrient deficiencies.
- Young people and women are most at risk of these deficiencies.
- The study recommends fortifying vegan products with iodine and other essential nutrients.
- Children, teenagers, and women are particularly affected by the switch to plant-based milks.
- Partially switching to vegan alternatives could also result in nutrient deficiencies.