New Twin Study Links Plant-Based Diet To Reduced Biological Age

A new study involving twenty-one pairs of twins found that following a plant-based diet for two months led to significant decreases in the rate of biological aging. Participants who followed a vegan diet showed reduced aging in their heart, hormone, liver, and metabolic and inflammatory systems compared to their omnivorous counterparts. DNA methylation biomarkers were used to determine biological age, with the vegan group showing more positive results in terms of anti-aging benefits.

The vegan participants also experienced weight loss and consumed fewer calories on average, contributing to their overall health improvements. Previous studies have shown that a combination of diet management and exercise can help reduce biological age. Similar research involving twins has found that plant-based diets can lead to lower cholesterol and insulin levels, as well as better cardiovascular health compared to omnivorous diets.