4 nutrient deficiencies to keep an eye out for if you've recently gone vegan

Switching to a vegan diet can make it difficult to meet the nutrient intake targets for specific vitamins and minerals.According to Clare Collins, a Professor in Nutrition and Dietetics at the University of Newcastle, these include vitamin B12, iron, calcium, and iodine.Here's how to make sure you're getting enough of these vitamins and minerals while following a vegan diet.Visit Business Insider's homepage for more stories.There are many reasons people go vegan, from wanting to be healthier, to reducing their environmental footprint, to concerns about animal welfare.No matter what the reason, many people find it difficult to meet the nutrient intake targets for specific vitamins and minerals while on a vegan diet. These include vitamin B12, iron, calcium, and iodine.Here's how to make sure you're getting enough of these vitamins and minerals while following a vegan diet.