Eat plant foods… protect your heart

A study following around 25,000 people for 25 years found that those who followed a diet similar to the EAT-Lancet diet, which is mainly plant-based, had a lower risk of heart attacks by up to 20 percent. This diet, high in whole grains, fruit, vegetables, pulses, and nuts, and low in meat, dairy, added fats, and sugars, led to fewer coronary events. The overall dietary pattern was found to be more important than individual components of the diet, emphasizing the importance of considering the overall diet when assessing links between diet and health. These findings support the recommendation to eat a plant-based diet by the EAT-Lancet Commission.

The study, published in the American Journal of Clinical Nutrition, highlights the benefits of consuming plant foods for heart health. Following a diet rich in plant-based foods can help lower the risk of heart attacks and other coronary events. This research provides further evidence for the benefits of adopting a plant-based diet for overall health and well-being.