A recent study has shown that following a healthy plant-based diet could lower the risk of cancer and cardiometabolic disease in middle-aged and older adults. Conducted by researchers from the University of Vienna, Kyung Hee University, and the International Agency for Research on Cancer, the study looked at the dietary habits and disease trajectories of 400,000 individuals in six different European countries. The results indicated that a plant-based diet, particularly one with higher adherence, was associated with decreased risks of developing cancer, cardiovascular disease, and type 2 diabetes.

Previous studies have also suggested that plant-based diets can reduce the risk of developing various chronic health conditions, such as cardiovascular disease and cancer. Additional research has shown that plant-based diets may cut a person's cancer risk by up to 25 percent, reduce the risk of death from cardiometabolic disorders, and lower the risk of venous thromboembolism. Vegans, in particular, tend to align more closely with nutritional recommendations, consuming more high-quality carbohydrates, fiber, and less saturated fat compared to omnivores. These findings highlight the potential benefits of adopting a plant-based diet for overall health and disease prevention.