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• Don't studies show that vegetarian children are smaller than average?
• Is a vegetarian or vegan diet safe during pregnancy?
• Is it rude to bring your own dish to a holiday meal is you're a vegetarian?
• Could being a vegetarian damage my reproductive system?
• Isn't vegetarianism a sign of an eating disorder? Will my child develop an unhealthy relationship with food?
• My family recently converted to vegetarianism, and we are having a hard time making the adjustment. Why is this such a difficult thing to do?
• What does the term "whole foods" mean?
• How can I get my toddler to eat vegetables?
• What meals are good for a family with some vegetarians and some meat-eaters?
• I'm a vegetarian. Do I need to give my baby supplements because of this?

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• Where can vegetarians find support?
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• What vitamin supplements should vegetarians take?
• I am considering raising my children vegetarian. Do people still have the same thoughts about vegetarians, or has thinking come around that we can satisfy our body's needs?
• Can children be allergic to soy?
• What weight gain should I aim for, and when do you gain a majority of your pregnancy weight?
• Is vitamin D important during pregnancy?
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• I am a vegetarian. Should I be concerned about getting enough protein?
• As a vegetarian, I do not eat dairy. Everyone, even my doctor, has made comments about that. Are there other ways besides drinking milk and other dairy products?
• I am a vegetarian, but considering eating a little meat during my pregnancy for the baby's sake. Is this a good idea?
• Is it necessary to give multi-vitamin supplements to a breastfed baby? Doesn't Mother's milk provide all the nutrients a baby needs?
• I'm craving foods that I would not normally eat, which is alarming to some of my family due to spiritual reasons. What should I do?
• What can cause hot flashes in a healthy 28-year-old mom?
• I had eating disorders in college. Could they have affected my present fertility?
• I am curious to know if it's advisable to take a protein supplement if I'm finding most forms of protein unpalatable.
• I am curious to know whether it's advisable to take a protein supplement if I'm finding most forms of protein unpalatable.
• Could you please list some foods that do contain all eight amino acids, therefore making them complete sources of protein?
• I am curious to know whether it's advisable to take a protein supplement if I'm finding most forms of protein unpalatable.
• Can you tell me what tofu really is and how you can use it in cooking?
• What are the most important things I need to keep in mind regarding nutrition during the months to come?
• My family is considering going vegan. Any tips?