Nutrient values and sustainability of omnivorous, vegetarian and vegan choices in a hospital canteen

Abstract Background A plant-based diet has a lower environmental impact than an omnivorous diet and, when balanced, may reduce the risk of certain non-communicable diseases. The aim of our work is to evaluate the nutritional profile and sustainability of omnivorous, vegan and vegetarian choices in a...

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Published in:European journal of public health 2023-10, Vol.33 (Supplement_2)
Main Authors: Menis, D, Fiori, F, Zago, D, Cautero, P, Lesa, L, Scarpis, E, Brunelli, L, Parpinel, M
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Language:English
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Summary:Abstract Background A plant-based diet has a lower environmental impact than an omnivorous diet and, when balanced, may reduce the risk of certain non-communicable diseases. The aim of our work is to evaluate the nutritional profile and sustainability of omnivorous, vegan and vegetarian choices in an Italian hospital canteen. Methods We photographed the midday meals of users in the hospital canteen of Palmanova (Italy) for 5 consecutive days in September 2022. We examined the recipes provided by the canteen and divided the meal trays in omnivorous, vegan and vegetarian. For each tray we estimated the carbon and water footprint using the SU-EATABLE LIFE database and the energy and nutrient content using the Italian Food Composition Database for Epidemiological Studies. Results We analysed 228 trays (167 omnivorous, 7 vegan, 54 vegetarian). Median energy content was higher (p 
ISSN:1101-1262
1464-360X
DOI:10.1093/eurpub/ckad160.346