Top Nutrient Gaps in a Plant-Based Diet

The Plant Best Advantage

Plant-based diets are powerful—but not perfect. Without planning, they can leave critical nutrient gaps.

DHA (Omega-3)

  • Essential for brain & vision
  • Almost absent in plant foods
  • Best source: algae-based DHA

Vitamin B12

  • Not naturally available in plants
  • Required for nerve function and energy

Vitamin D3 + K2

  • Needed for calcium absorption
  • Most plant diets lack both

Iron & Zinc

  • Plant sources = lower absorption
  • Need enhanced delivery systems

Iodine & Selenium

  • Important for thyroid & metabolism
  • Often overlooked

Conclusion

A plant-based diet works best when supported by targeted supplementation—not guesswork.

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