Nutritional Concerns for Vegetarian or Vegan Teens
Hours: 0.50
Are you prepared to provide nutritional care for an adolescent who follows a vegetarian, vegan, or plant-based diet? Scientific evidence suggests a positive relationship between plant-based eating patterns and reduced risk of disease. Strict forms of vegan diets, however, may exclude important nutrients and not meet the energy or protein needs of adolescents. The food choices of teens often rely on highly processed, convenience food options, which may not promote overall health. Learn how to ensure that the diet of teens who follow a vegetarian, vegan, or plant-based eating plan will be nutritionally sound.
The goal of this course is to provide healthcare providers in all settings with an update on the nutritional concerns of teens who follow a vegetarian, vegan, or plant-based diet and how to ensure that these diets are nutritionally adequate.
Are you prepared to provide nutritional care for an adolescent who follows a vegetarian, vegan, or plant-based diet? Scientific evidence suggests a positive relationship between plant-based eating patterns and reduced risk of disease. Strict forms of vegan diets, however, may exclude important nutrients and not meet the energy or protein needs of adolescents. The food choices of teens often rely on highly processed, convenience food options, which may not promote overall health. Learn how to ensure that the diet of teens who follow a vegetarian, vegan, or plant-based eating plan will be nutritionally sound. The goal of this course is to provide healthcare providers in all settings with an update on the nutritional concerns of teens who follow a vegetarian, vegan, or plant-based diet and how to ensure that these diets are nutritionally adequate.
Kansas Department of Aging and Disability Services (Dietary)
Approved for 0.50 continuing education clock hours for Kansas licensed dietitians by the Kansas Department of Aging and Disability. Long Term Sponsorship number LTS-D1058. This activity is approved for 0.50 contact hours.
District of Columbia Board of Nursing
District of Columbia Board of Nursing Approved Continuing Education program (CEBroker Provider #50-290).
Nurses will receive 0.50 contact hours for participating in this course.
American Nurses Credentialing Center
In support of improving patient care, Relias LLC is jointly accredited by the Accreditation Council for Continuing Medical Education (ACCME), the Accreditation Council for Pharmacy Education (ACPE), and the American Nurses Credentialing Center (ANCC), to provide continuing education for the healthcare team.
Nurses will receive 0.50 Nursing Contact Hours after successfully completing this course.
Commission on Dietetic Registration
As a Jointly Accredited organization, Relias LLC is accredited to offer dietetic continuing education by the Commission on Dietetic Registration (CDR). The CDR is an associate member of Joint Accreditation for Interprofessional Continuing Education.
Georgia Board of Nursing
Georgia Board of Nursing (CEBroker Provider #50-290)
Nurses will receive 0.50 contact hours for participating in this course.
South Carolina Board of Nursing
South Carolina Board of Nursing (CEBroker Provider #50-290)
Nurses will receive 0.50 contact hours for participating in this course.
New Mexico Board of Nursing
New Mexico Board of Nursing (CEBroker Provider #50-290)
Nurses will receive 0.50 contact hours for participating in this course.
Arkansas State Board of Nursing
Arkansas State Board Of Nursing Approved Continuing Education program (CEBroker Provider #50-290).
Nurses will receive 0.50 contact hours for participating in this course.
Kentucky Board of Nursing
Kentucky Board of Nursing (CEBroker Provider #50-290)
Nurses will receive 0.50 contact hours for participating in this course.
Mississippi Board of Nursing
Mississippi Board of Nursing (CEBroker Provider #50-290)
Nurses will receive 0.50 contact hours for participating in this course.
North Dakota Board of Nursing
North Dakota Board of Nursing (CEBroker Provider #50-290)
Nurses will receive 0.50 contact hours for participating in this course.
List the benefits and assess the nutrient concerns for teenagers following a vegetarian, vegan, or plant-based diet.
Identify alternative plant sources of various nutrients that may be lacking in a plant-based diet due to food restrictions.
Recognize the warning signs of an eating disorder and the relationship to vegetarianism, veganism, and plant-based diets.
Outline:
Section 1: Introduction
About This Course
Learning Objectives
Section 2: The Teen Who Follows a Vegetarian, Vegan, or Plant-Based Diet
Types of Vegetarians
Special Dietary Concerns
Nutritional Needs During Adolescence
Energy Needs
Protein
Carbohydrates
Essential Fatty Acids
Iron and Zinc
Vitamin B-12
Calcium and Vitamin D
Does Vegetarianism or Veganism Hide an Eating Disorder?
Case Study
Section 3: Clinical Vignette
Stacy’s Story
Section 4: Conclusion
Course Summary
Course Contributors
Resources
References
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Instructor: Jennifer Koslo, PhD, RDN, CSSD, ACE-CPT
Jennifer Koslo, PhD, RDN, CSSD, ACE-CPT, is an adjunct nutrition professor, writer, and private-practice dietitian who specializes in sports nutrition. She has more than 20 years of progressive experience in the fields of nutrition, fitness, wellness, public health, and education in the United States as well as overseas. She provides individualized nutrition coaching for clients, conducts nutrition assessments (including health, medical, food, and exercise history) and then creates individualized nutrition and exercise plans, menus, and client-tailored resources. Disclosure: Jennifer Koslo, PhD, RDN, CSSD, ACE-CPT has no Relevant Financial or Non-Financial Relationship with ineligible companies to disclose.Writer: Julie Stefanski, MEd, RDN, CSSD, LDN, CDCES, FAND
Julie Stefanski, MEd, RDN, CSSD, LDN, CDCES, FAND is a SME Writer focused on topics related to food, nutrition & dietetics for Relias. She is a registered dietitian nutritionist and has been a certified diabetes educator since 2003. Ms. Stefanski earned a Bachelor of Science degree in Dietetics and a master's degree in Adult Education with a special focus on distance learning. She was an adjunct instructor in the Stabler Department of Nursing at York College of Pennsylvania for 13 years. Stefanski is the owner of Stefanski Nutrition Services where she specializes in pediatric nutrition, diabetes, gastrointestinal issues and sports nutrition. Stefanski serves as national media spokesperson for the Academy of Nutrition & Dietetics.
Disclosure: Julie Stefanski, MEd, RDN, CSSD, LDN, CDCES, FAND has no Relevant Financial or Non-Financial Relationship with ineligible companies to disclose.
The target audience for this course is: Level II level Dietitians; Nurses; in the following settings: Acute Care Facility.
Asynchronous/Online Distance Learning; please see certificate details for specifics on delivery format.
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To earn continuing education credit for this course you must achieve a passing score of 80% on the post-test and complete the course evaluation.
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