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Vegan Diets in Sports: Balancing Performance and Nutritional Needs

MedXY Editorial Team•Sep 30, 2025•Family Medicine & Nutrition
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As awareness of the environmental and health impacts of omnivorous diets grows, many individuals, including athletes, are exploring plant-based alternatives. Athletes, however, have specific dietary needs to fuel their intense training and competitive schedules. A recent study published in *Nutrients* examines how a vegan diet affects the performance of semi-professional soccer players.

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