Dr Matthew Nagra Unveils Major Review On Vegan Meat And Heart Health

A new review of existing scientific studies conducted by Dr. Matthew Nagra and his team found that plant-based meat alternatives (PBMAs) are better for heart health than traditional animal-based proteins. Despite ongoing debate about ultra-processed foods, PBMAs were found to align with recommendations for improving cardiovascular health due to their increased fiber content and reduced saturated fatty acids.

The researchers concluded that swapping meat for plant-based alternatives could potentially help improve cardiovascular risk factors and cholesterol levels. Even plant-based meats with high sodium were not linked to higher blood pressure, unlike animal-based red and processed meats. The review, titled "Animal vs Plant-Based Meat: A Hearty Debate," was published in the Canadian Journal of Cardiology and analyzed studies published over 53 years. Overall, PBMAs were found to have a cardioprotective nutritional profile compared to meat, with less saturated fat and more fiber per serving.