A Review of Plant-Based Diets in The Adult and Neonate in Terms of Cognitive, Neurological, and Psychiatric Function
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Plant-Based Diets, brain function, brain developmentAbstract
In recent years, vegetarianism has become more common worldwide. Because of this, more studies have been conducted analyzing the effects of restrictive diets. As we look closer into the effects of diet on the body, connections have been made regarding the differences between an omnivorous and vegetarian diet, specifically regarding brain development. The differences in micronutrients (vitamins and minerals) and macronutrients (lipids, proteins, and carbohydrates) in vegetarian and vegan diets have been shown in some studies to impact neurological function. Plant-based and omnivorous diets have many different levels of nutrients that impact the brain's cognitive, neurological, and psychiatric functions. Through recent advancements in neuroimaging technology, we can assess the brain's growth and development in terms of structure and function. These technologies have improved how we can analyze how different dietary compositions affect the function and structure of the human brain. Our study will highlight the changes and patterns in brain development because of a plant-based diet and how it affects cognition and behavior.
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