Vignette #2 Maggie and her mom are in the supermarket shopping for dinner. Maggie wants to try soy burgers for dinner. Her mother says, "What is the big deal about soy? Why should we try soy burgers or other vegetarian-type foods?" Maggie has learned about the benefits of vegetarian eating patterns while taking a nutrition course and begins to explain to her mom why soy might be good for both of them. Let's see if you know as much as Maggie about soy and other vegetarian nutrition considerations by answering the following questions.
Maggie explains to her mother that there are different types of vegetarian eating patterns. Which type of vegetarian would consider incorporating foods that are fortified in omega-3 fatty acids?

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Vegans might consider incorporating foods that are fortified in omega-3 fatty acids because they do not consume fish, which is a common natural source of omega-3s, and therefore may need fortified foods or supplements to meet their nutritional needs.

Vignette #2 Maggie and Her Mom Are in the Supermarket