**4.6 Vegetarian/vegan**

Limiting or avoiding animal products like chicken, fish, and yogurt may be a healthier way to live for some individuals. However serious deficiencies in nutrients can occur. The diet generally restricts meat and poultry but in some cases, dairy, eggs, or fish are allowed to prevent these deficiencies (Mayo Clinic; Vegetarian Diet: How to get the best nutrition). Research shows that people who eat a plant-based diet get more fiber and take in fewer calories and fat than nonvegetarians. This would bring diabetes under control and restore the normal microbiota balance however deficiencies in Vitamin B12, Omega 3 fatty acids, iron, zinc, and iodine can develop if the diet is not properly monitored.
